Understanding Acceleration and Velocity Graphs

Understanding Acceleration and Velocity Graphs

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Mathematics, Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains how to convert a velocity-time graph into an acceleration-time graph. It begins with an introduction to the concept, followed by a detailed description of the velocity-time graph sections. The tutorial then covers the calculation of acceleration by determining the slope of each section of the graph. It explains how to plot these values on an acceleration-time graph and discusses the unrealistic nature of instantaneous transitions in real-world scenarios. The video concludes with a practice task for viewers to apply their learning.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of the lesson discussed in the video?

To calculate the speed of a car.

To convert a velocity-time graph to an acceleration-time graph.

To understand the concept of acceleration.

To learn how to convert a velocity-time graph to a position-time graph.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the velocity-time graph, what does a constant velocity indicate?

The car is stationary.

The car is accelerating.

The car is moving at a steady speed.

The car is decelerating.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is acceleration calculated from a velocity-time graph?

By determining the slope of the graph.

By calculating the area under the graph.

By counting the number of peaks in the graph.

By measuring the distance covered.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the slope of the velocity-time graph for section A (0 to 4 seconds)?

Negative 1 meter per second squared

4 meters per second squared

0 meters per second squared

1 meter per second squared

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the acceleration during section B (4 to 7 seconds) of the velocity-time graph?

0 meters per second squared

1.333 meters per second squared

Negative 1.333 meters per second squared

4 meters per second squared

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is an acceleration of zero represented on an acceleration-time graph?

As a line on the x-axis

As a vertical line

As a line below the x-axis

As a line above the x-axis

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is an instantaneous change in acceleration considered unrealistic?

Because it results in a negative velocity.

Because it violates the laws of motion.

Because it is not possible for a car to change acceleration instantly.

Because it requires infinite energy.

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