Distance time graphs

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What is a distance-time graph?

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A distance-time graph is a visual representation that shows how the distance traveled by an object changes over time.

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What does a horizontal line on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is at rest and not moving.

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What does a straight diagonal line on a distance-time graph represent?

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A straight diagonal line represents constant speed, where the object is moving at a steady pace.

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What does a curved line on a distance-time graph signify?

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A curved line indicates acceleration, meaning the object is speeding up or slowing down.

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How can you determine speed from a distance-time graph?

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Speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph; steeper slopes indicate higher speeds.

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What does a steep slope on a distance-time graph mean?

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A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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What does a gentle slope on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A gentle slope indicates that the object is moving slowly.

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

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A vertical line is not possible in a distance-time graph as it would imply infinite speed.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object, indicating how quickly it is speeding up or slowing down.