PMA Review

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What does a distance vs. time graph represent?

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It represents the motion of an object over time, showing how distance changes as time progresses.

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What does a positive slope on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

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It indicates that the object is moving away from the starting point at a constant speed.

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What does a zero slope on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

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It indicates that the object is not moving (zero speed).

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What does a negative slope on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

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It indicates that the object is returning to the starting point.

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What type of force is applied when pushing an object?

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A push force.

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What type of force is applied when pulling an object?

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A pull force.

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What is friction?

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Friction is a force that opposes the motion of an object when it is in contact with another surface.

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What is gravity?

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Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, commonly experienced as the force that pulls objects towards the Earth.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object, indicating that the object is speeding up.

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What is constant speed?

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Constant speed means that an object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.