Distance vs. Time Graphs

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What is a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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A graph that shows the relationship between the distance an object travels and the time it takes to travel that distance.

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What does the x-axis represent in a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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The x-axis represents time.

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What does the y-axis represent in a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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The y-axis represents distance.

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How do you calculate speed using a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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Speed is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken (Speed = Distance / Time).

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What does a horizontal line on a Distance vs. 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 steep slope on a Distance vs. Time Graph indicate?

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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 vs. Time Graph indicate?

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A gentle slope indicates that the object is moving slowly.

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What does a downward slope on a Distance vs. Time Graph indicate?

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

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If a runner rests for 5 seconds, how would this appear on a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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It would appear as a horizontal line segment on the graph.

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What information can you gather from the shape of a Distance vs. Time Graph?

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The shape of the graph can show how fast or slow an object is moving, if it is at rest, or if it is returning to the start.