Distance Time Graphs

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What does a distance-time graph show?

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It shows how far an object has traveled over a period of time.

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What does a constant speed look like on a distance-time graph?

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A straight line with a positive slope.

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

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The object is stationary (not moving).

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What does a negative slope on a distance-time graph represent?

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The object is returning to its starting point.

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How can you tell if an object is accelerating on a distance-time graph?

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The line is curved upwards, indicating increasing speed.

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

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The object is moving faster.

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

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The object is moving slowly.

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If a distance-time graph has a section that is horizontal, what does that mean?

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The object is at rest during that time.

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How do you calculate speed from a distance-time graph?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the significance of the starting point on a distance-time graph?

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It is the reference point from which the distance is measured.