Matching Graphs to Scenarios

Front

What does a constant speed graph look like?

Back

A straight horizontal line, indicating that the distance is the same over equal time intervals.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What does a graph showing increasing speed indicate?

Back

The object is accelerating, meaning it is moving faster over time.

Tags

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

Front

What does a graph showing decreasing speed indicate?

Back

The object is decelerating, meaning it is slowing down over time.

Tags

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4

Front

How can you tell if one runner had a head start in a graph?

Back

The runner's line starts higher on the distance axis compared to others at the same time.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What does a vertical line on a distance-time graph represent?

Back

An undefined speed, indicating that the object is not moving.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What is the significance of the slope in a distance-time graph?

Back

The slope represents speed; a steeper slope indicates a faster speed.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What does a graph that returns to the starting point indicate?

Back

The object has returned to its original position, meaning the total distance traveled is zero.

Tags

CCSS.HSF-IF.C.7D

Front

What does a graph with a downward slope indicate?

Back

The object is moving back towards the starting point.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What is the difference between walking and running on a graph?

Back

Walking is typically represented by a gentler slope, while running has a steeper slope.

Tags

CCSS.8.EE.B.5

Front

What does a flat line on a speed-time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving at a constant speed.

Tags

CCSS.HSF.IF.B.4