Motion Graphs

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What is a motion graph?

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A motion graph visually represents the movement of an object over time, showing how its position changes.

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What does a flat line on a motion graph indicate?

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A flat line indicates that the object is at rest and not moving.

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What does a steep slope on a motion graph represent?

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A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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What does a gentle slope on a motion graph indicate?

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A gentle slope indicates that the object is moving slowly.

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What does a downward slope on a motion graph mean?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to its starting position.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its velocity.

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What is constant speed?

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Constant speed means the object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a motion graph?

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Speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph.

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What does it mean if a motion graph has a curve?

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A curve indicates that the object is accelerating or decelerating.

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What is the formula for speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.