Graphing speed exit flashcard

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What is the definition of constant speed?

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Constant speed means moving at a steady rate without speeding up or slowing down.

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What does a horizontal line on a speed graph represent?

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

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What does a steep slope on a speed graph indicate?

Back

A steep slope indicates a faster speed.

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What does a downward slope on a speed graph represent?

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

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its speed.

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What is deceleration?

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Deceleration is the rate at which an object slows down.

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How can you identify the fastest speed on a graph?

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The fastest speed is represented by the steepest slope on the graph.

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What does it mean if a cyclist is slowing down on a graph?

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It means the slope of the graph is decreasing, indicating a negative acceleration.

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What is the significance of the area under a speed-time graph?

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The area under the graph represents the distance traveled.

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What does a curve on a speed graph indicate?

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A curve indicates that the speed is changing, either accelerating or decelerating.