Kinematic Variables and Graphs

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Slope of a position time graph gives you:

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Velocity

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Distance or displacement units are measured in:

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Meters (m)

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Time units commonly used in physics are:

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Seconds (s)

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Gravity is classified as a(n):

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Acceleration

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Acceleration units are measured in:

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Meters per second squared (m/s²)

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

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An object is at rest.

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What does a steeper slope on a position-time graph represent?

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Higher velocity.

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What is the formula for calculating average velocity?

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Average velocity = (Change in position) / (Change in time)

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What does the area under a velocity-time graph represent?

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Displacement.

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What is the difference between distance and displacement?

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Distance is the total path length, while displacement is the shortest path from start to end.