Learn how to find the total distance traveled from a position graph

The video tutorial explains the movement of particles over a time interval, focusing on changes in direction and calculating the total distance traveled. It highlights the importance of using absolute values and parentheses to avoid arithmetic errors. The lesson concludes with a final calculation of the distance traveled by the particles.

What is the significance of using parentheses in arithmetic calculations as mentioned?

How much distance did the particles travel in total during the first six seconds?