Analyzing Graphs

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What does a graph depicting a ferris wheel's motion look like?

Back

A graph showing periodic motion, typically sinusoidal, representing the height of a person on the ferris wheel over time.

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What section of a graph indicates a person starting to walk?

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The section where the graph begins to rise from the x-axis, indicating movement from rest.

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How can you identify a graph that shows a person getting tired and slowing down?

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Look for a graph that starts steep and then flattens out, indicating a decrease in speed.

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What does a steep slope on a graph represent?

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A steep slope indicates a fast speed or rapid change in position.

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What does a flat section on a graph indicate?

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A flat section indicates no movement or constant speed.

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How can you tell which section of a graph shows the fastest movement?

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The section with the steepest slope represents the fastest movement.

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What does it mean if a motorcycle's speed increases at an increasing rate?

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It means the motorcycle is accelerating faster over time.

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

Back

The x-axis typically represents time.

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

Back

The y-axis usually represents distance or speed.

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How can you determine the total distance traveled from a graph?

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By calculating the area under the graph line.