Position vs Time Graph Basics

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What does a position vs time graph represent?

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It shows how the position of an object changes over time.

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

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The object is not moving.

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What does a steep slope on a position vs time graph indicate?

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The object is moving quickly.

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What does a shallow slope on a position vs time graph indicate?

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The object is moving slowly.

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How can you determine the speed of an object from a position vs time graph?

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By calculating the slope of the line.

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What does a negative slope on a position vs time graph indicate?

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The object is moving in the opposite direction.

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If an object is moving at a constant speed, what will the position vs time graph look like?

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It will be a straight line.

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What is the formula for calculating speed from a position vs time graph?

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Speed = (Change in position) / (Change in time).

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What does the y-axis represent in a position vs time graph?

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The position of the object.

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What does the x-axis represent in a position vs time graph?

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The time elapsed.