Speed/Motion Graphs (6.8C/D) Review

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What is speed?

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Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, typically measured in miles per hour (mph) or meters per second (m/s).

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How do you calculate speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

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What is the formula for calculating distance?

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Distance = Speed × Time.

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What is the formula for calculating time?

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Time = Distance ÷ Speed.

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What does a speed graph show?

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A speed graph shows how the speed of an object changes over time.

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What does a horizontal line on a speed graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is moving at a constant speed.

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What does an upward slope on a speed graph indicate?

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An upward slope indicates that the object is speeding up (accelerating).

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What does a downward slope on a speed graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is slowing down (decelerating).

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What does a flat line at zero speed indicate?

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A flat line at zero speed indicates that the object is stationary (not moving).

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of speed or velocity of an object.