Multiple Choice
In the context of graphing position, velocity, and acceleration, what are the points called where the graphs of velocity and acceleration intersect the time axis?
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2. 1D Motion / Kinematics
Graphing Position, Velocity, and Acceleration Graphs
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What type of growth is displayed in a position vs. time graph if the graph is a straight line with a positive slope?
A
Constant velocity
B
Constant acceleration
C
Exponential growth
D
Oscillatory motion
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Identify the type of graph: A position vs. time graph with a straight line indicates a linear relationship between position and time.
Understand the slope: A positive slope on this graph means that as time increases, the position also increases, indicating motion in a positive direction.
Relate slope to velocity: In a position vs. time graph, the slope of the line represents velocity. A constant slope implies a constant velocity.
Differentiate from other types of motion: Constant acceleration would show a curved line, exponential growth would show a rapidly increasing curve, and oscillatory motion would show a repeating wave pattern.
Conclude the type of motion: Since the graph is a straight line with a positive slope, it represents motion with constant velocity.
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