Analyzing Graphs/Writing Stories (8.F.5)

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What does a flat line on a graph represent?

Back

A flat line indicates that the object is not moving; it is staying still.

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What does a steep upward slope on a graph indicate?

Back

A steep upward slope indicates that the object is accelerating or moving quickly.

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What does a downward slope on a graph represent?

Back

A downward slope indicates that the object is moving downwards or decelerating.

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What does a constant speed look like on a graph?

Back

Constant speed is represented by a straight line that is not flat; it has a consistent slope.

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How can you determine the distance traveled from a graph?

Back

The distance traveled can be determined by looking at the vertical axis at a specific time on the horizontal axis.

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What does it mean when a graph shows a curve?

Back

A curve on a graph indicates that the object is changing its speed; it could be accelerating or decelerating.

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What is the significance of the x-axis in a distance-time graph?

Back

The x-axis typically represents time.

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What is the significance of the y-axis in a distance-time graph?

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The y-axis typically represents distance.

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What does it mean if a graph has sections that are horizontal?

Back

Horizontal sections indicate that the object is at rest or not changing its position.

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What does it mean when a graph shows a sudden drop?

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A sudden drop indicates that the object has quickly decreased its distance, possibly due to a fall or rapid deceleration.