Final Review - Motion Graphs

Front

What does a constant positive velocity indicate on a position vs time graph?

Back

The object is moving at a steady speed in the positive direction.

Front

How do you calculate average speed from a position vs time graph?

Back

Average speed = Total distance traveled / Total time taken.

Front

What does total displacement refer to in motion?

Back

Total displacement is the overall change in position of an object, considering direction.

Front

What does a flat line on a position vs time graph represent?

Back

The object is at rest; its position does not change over time.

Front

What does a downward slope on a position vs time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving in the negative direction.

Front

What is the significance of the slope of a position vs time graph?

Back

The slope represents the velocity of the object.

Front

What does it mean if the velocity is zero?

Back

The object is not moving; it is stationary.

Front

How can you identify acceleration on a position vs time graph?

Back

Acceleration is indicated by a changing slope; a curve shows that the velocity is changing.

Front

What does a steep slope on a position vs time graph indicate?

Back

The object is moving quickly; a steeper slope means higher velocity.

Front

What does a horizontal line on a velocity vs time graph represent?

Back

Constant velocity; the object is moving at a steady speed.