Compare Distances Using Graphs

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What is a graph?

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A graph is a visual representation of data that shows the relationship between different variables, often using lines or bars.

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How do you compare distances on a graph?

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You compare distances on a graph by looking at the length of the lines or the height of the bars representing different objects or events.

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What does the slope of a line on a graph represent?

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The slope of a line on a graph represents the rate of change, indicating how much distance is covered over a specific time period.

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What is constant speed?

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Constant speed means that an object travels the same distance in equal intervals of time.

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How can you determine how much farther one object travels than another using a graph?

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You can determine how much farther one object travels than another by measuring the lengths of the lines representing their distances on the graph.

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What is the formula for speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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If a train travels 120 miles in 2 hours, what is its speed?

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The speed is 60 miles per hour (120 miles / 2 hours).

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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 not moving; it is stationary.

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What does a steeper line on a graph indicate?

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

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How do you read a distance-time graph?

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You read a distance-time graph by looking at the x-axis for time and the y-axis for distance, noting the position of the line at different times.

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