Graphing Stories

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What is an independent variable?

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An independent variable is a variable that represents the input or cause in a function. It is the variable that is changed or controlled in an experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is a variable that represents the output or effect in a function. It is the variable that is measured in an experiment and is affected by changes in the independent variable.

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In a speed vs. time graph, what does a flat line indicate?

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

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What does a downward slope on a distance vs. time graph represent?

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to its starting location or moving backward.

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What does an upward slope on a distance vs. time graph represent?

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An upward slope indicates that the object is moving away from its starting location.

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How can you determine if an object is slowing down on a speed vs. time graph?

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If the line on the graph slopes downward, it indicates that the speed of the object is decreasing, meaning it is slowing down.

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What does it mean when the distance covered by an object is decreasing?

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It means that the object is moving back towards its starting point or is moving in the opposite direction.

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What is the total distance covered?

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The total distance covered is the sum of all distances traveled by an object during a specific time period.

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What is the significance of the y-axis in a speed vs. time graph?

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The y-axis represents the speed of the object, showing how fast it is moving at any given time.

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

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The x-axis represents time, showing how long the object has been moving.