Distance/Time Graphs

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What is a Distance/Time Graph?

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A graph that shows the distance traveled by an object over a specific period of time.

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What does a positive slope indicate on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The object is moving away from the starting point.

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What does a negative slope indicate on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The object is returning to the starting point.

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What does a horizontal line represent on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The object is at rest and not moving.

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What does a steep slope indicate on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The object is moving at a high speed.

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What does a gentle slope indicate on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The object is moving at a low speed.

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How can you tell if one object overtakes another on a Distance/Time Graph?

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The line representing the overtaking object crosses above the line of the other object.

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What does it mean if the graph has a curve?

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The object is accelerating or decelerating.

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What is constant speed on a Distance/Time Graph?

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A straight line with a constant positive slope.

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What is acceleration on a Distance/Time Graph?

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A curve that slopes upwards, indicating increasing speed.