Motion Graphs

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What does a stationary object look like on a motion graph?

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A horizontal line on the graph indicates that the object is stationary, meaning it is not changing its position over time.

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How can you identify an object moving at a faster speed on a motion graph?

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A steeper line on the graph represents a faster speed. The steeper the line, the greater the speed.

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What does a constant speed look like on a motion graph?

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A straight diagonal line indicates constant speed, meaning the object is moving at the same rate over time.

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What does an increasing speed look like on a motion graph?

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A curve that slopes upwards indicates increasing speed, meaning the object is accelerating.

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What does a decreasing speed look like on a motion graph?

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A curve that slopes downwards indicates decreasing speed, meaning the object is decelerating.

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What is the definition of speed in motion graphs?

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Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, often represented as the slope of the line on a motion graph.

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What does the y-axis represent in a motion graph?

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The y-axis typically represents the distance or position of the object.

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What does the x-axis represent in a motion graph?

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The x-axis typically represents time.

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What is the significance of the slope in a motion graph?

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The slope of the line indicates the speed of the object; a steeper slope means a higher speed.

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How can you tell if an object is accelerating on a motion graph?

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If the line on the graph curves upwards, the object is accelerating.