5.P.1.3 Motion Graphs

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What is a motion graph?

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A motion graph is a visual representation of an object's movement over time, showing how position changes with time.

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What does the slope of a motion graph represent?

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The slope of a motion graph represents the speed of the object; a steeper slope indicates a faster speed.

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What does a flat line on a motion graph indicate?

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A flat line indicates that the object is at rest and not moving.

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How can you determine the distance traveled from a motion graph?

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The distance traveled can be determined by looking at the change in position on the graph over a specific time interval.

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What does a downward slope on a motion graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is moving back towards the starting point.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

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How can you tell if an object is speeding up on a motion graph?

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An object is speeding up if the slope of the graph is increasing over time.

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What does it mean if a motion graph has a curve?

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A curve in a motion graph indicates that the object's speed is changing; it could be speeding up or slowing down.

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What is the significance of the x-axis on a motion graph?

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The x-axis typically represents time in motion graphs.

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What is the significance of the y-axis on a motion graph?

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The y-axis typically represents position or distance in motion graphs.