Reading Graphs

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What is a distance-time graph?

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A distance-time graph is a visual representation that shows how the distance traveled by an object changes over time.

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

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The slope of a distance-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 distance-time graph indicate?

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

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

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A downward slope indicates that the object is returning to its starting position.

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

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The total distance traveled can be determined by looking at the vertical distance on the graph at the end of the time interval.

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What is the independent variable in a distance-time graph?

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The independent variable is time, which is usually plotted on the x-axis.

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What is the dependent variable in a distance-time graph?

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The dependent variable is distance, which is usually plotted on the y-axis.

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How do you find the time taken to travel a certain distance on a distance-time graph?

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To find the time taken, locate the distance on the y-axis and read across to the x-axis to find the corresponding time.

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What does a steep slope indicate about an object's speed?

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A steep slope indicates that the object is moving quickly.

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What does a flat section of a distance-time graph indicate?

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A flat section indicates that the object is stationary or at rest.