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 a flat, horizontal line represent on a distance vs. time graph?

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No motion; the object is stationary.

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What does a straight, sloped line represent on a distance vs. time graph?

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

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What does a curved line represent on a distance vs. time graph?

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Acceleration; the object is speeding up.

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What does a downward sloping line indicate on a distance vs. time graph?

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The object is returning to the starting position.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a distance vs. time graph?

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By calculating the slope of the line; speed = distance/time.

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What is the formula for speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

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If an object travels 20 meters in 10 seconds, what is its speed?

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2 meters per second.

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What does it mean if the distance vs. time graph has a steep slope?

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The object is moving quickly.

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What does it mean if the distance vs. time graph has a gentle slope?

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The object is moving slowly.