Distance time graphs

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What does a distance-time graph represent?

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A distance-time graph shows how the distance traveled by an object changes over time.

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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 at rest and not changing its position over time.

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What does a straight diagonal line on a distance-time graph represent?

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A straight diagonal line indicates constant speed; the object is moving at a steady pace.

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What does a curve on a distance-time graph signify?

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A curve indicates that the speed of the object is changing; it could be speeding up or slowing down.

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What does the slope of a distance-time graph represent?

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

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is the rate of distance traveled, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

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What does a steep slope on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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What does a flat segment on a distance-time graph indicate?

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A flat segment indicates that the object is stationary or at rest.

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If a distance-time graph shows a line going downwards, what does it mean?

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A downward line indicates that the object is returning to its starting point.

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What does the area under the line in a distance-time graph represent?

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The area under the line does not have a specific meaning in distance-time graphs; it is not typically used for interpretation.