Phy7_Position time graph_PreCompReview

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What is a position-time graph?

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A position-time graph is a visual representation that shows how the position of an object changes over time.

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

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The slope of a position-time graph represents the speed of the object. A steeper slope indicates a higher speed.

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What does a horizontal line on a position-time graph indicate?

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A horizontal line indicates that the object is not moving; its position remains constant over time.

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What does a downward slope on a position-time graph indicate?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is moving backward.

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How can you determine the distance traveled from a position-time graph?

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The distance traveled can be determined by measuring the change in position on the graph between two points in time.

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What does it mean if the position-time graph is a straight line?

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A straight line indicates that the object is moving at a constant speed.

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What is the significance of the y-axis on a position-time graph?

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The y-axis represents the position of the object.

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What is the significance of the x-axis on a position-time graph?

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The x-axis represents time.

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How do you find the speed of an object using a position-time graph?

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Speed can be found by calculating the slope of the line on the graph, which is the change in position divided by the change in time.

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What does it mean if the graph shows a curve?

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A curve indicates that the object's speed is changing; it is accelerating or decelerating.