Review: Position-Time Graphs

Review: Position-Time Graphs

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Physics

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a Position-Time Graph represent?

Back

A Position-Time Graph shows the position of an object over time, illustrating how far the object has moved from a reference point.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the unit for velocity?

Back

m/s

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

On a Position-Time Graph, time is located on the _________.

Back

x - axis

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a horizontal line on a Position-Time Graph indicate?

Back

A horizontal line indicates that the object is at rest, meaning its position does not change over time.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a straight diagonal line on a Position-Time Graph indicate?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a curved line on a Position-Time Graph indicate?

Back

A curved line indicates that the object is accelerating, meaning its speed is changing.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you determine the speed of an object from a Position-Time Graph?

Back

The speed can be determined by calculating the slope of the line on the graph; a steeper slope indicates a higher speed.

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