Graphing Stories

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What does it mean for a line to be INCREASING on a graph?

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A line is increasing when the y-values rise as the x-values increase, indicating that the object is moving away from its starting point.

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What is a graph?

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A graph is a visual representation of data that shows the relationship between two variables, typically plotted on the x-axis (horizontal) and y-axis (vertical).

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What does it mean when a graph is FLAT?

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A flat line on a graph indicates that there is no change in the y-value as the x-value changes, meaning the object is stationary.

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What does a STEEP line on a graph indicate?

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A steep line indicates a rapid change in the y-value with respect to the x-value, showing that the object is moving quickly.

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What does it mean when a graph is DECREASING?

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A line is decreasing when the y-values fall as the x-values increase, indicating that the object is moving back towards its starting point.

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What does a break in a graph represent?

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A break in a graph can represent a pause or stop in the object's movement, indicating that the object is not changing position during that time.

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What is the significance of points labeled A, B, C, etc., on a graph?

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Points labeled A, B, C, etc., represent specific moments in time or positions of the object, helping to track its movement over time.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a graph?

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The speed of an object can be determined by the slope of the line on the graph; a steeper slope indicates a higher speed.

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What does it mean when a graph shows a curve?

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

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What does the area under a graph represent?

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The area under a graph can represent the total distance traveled by the object over a period of time.