Interpreting Graphs

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What does the x-axis represent in a graph?

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The x-axis represents the independent variable in a graph.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.5

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What does the y-axis represent in a graph?

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The y-axis represents the dependent variable in a graph.

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What does it mean when a graph is flat (horizontal)?

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A flat graph indicates that the object is not moving.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does it mean when a graph is sloping upwards?

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An upward slope indicates that the object is moving away from the starting position.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does it mean when a graph is sloping downwards?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to the starting position.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does acceleration mean in the context of a graph?

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Acceleration refers to the change in speed of an object over time.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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What does deceleration mean in the context of a graph?

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Deceleration refers to the reduction in speed of an object over time.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

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How can you tell if an object is moving at a constant speed on a graph?

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

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does a steep slope on a graph indicate?

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A steep slope indicates a high speed or rapid change in position.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What does a point on the graph where the line changes direction indicate?

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It indicates a change in the motion of the object, such as starting, stopping, or changing speed.

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CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4