Constant Velocity Motion

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What is constant velocity motion?

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Constant velocity motion occurs when an object moves in a straight line at a constant speed, meaning it covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.

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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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How do you calculate speed?

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Speed is calculated using the formula: Speed = Distance / Time.

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What does a position vs. time graph represent?

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A position vs. time graph shows how the position of an object changes over time, indicating its motion.

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What does a horizontal line on a position vs. time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is at rest, as its position does not change over time.

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What does a steeper slope on a position vs. time graph indicate?

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A steeper slope indicates a higher speed, meaning the object is covering more distance in less time.

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What is the formula for calculating distance traveled at constant velocity?

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Distance = Velocity x Time.

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If a cyclist travels at a velocity of 4 meters/second for 5 seconds, how far do they travel?

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Distance = 4 m/s x 5 s = 20 meters.

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What is the significance of the origin in a position vs. time graph?

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The origin represents the starting point of the object, where its position is zero.

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How can you determine which object is moving faster from a position vs. time graph?

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You can determine which object is moving faster by comparing the slopes of their lines; the steeper line indicates the faster object.