Velocity, Acceleration and Graphs Flashcards
1
Q
What does the gradient of a distance time graph show ?
A
The speed at which an object is travelling.
2
Q
What does a curved line on a distance time graph tell you?
A
That an object is accelerating
3
Q
What is the formula for acceleration?
A
Acceleration = change in velocity ÷ time taken
4
Q
On a velocity time graph, what does the gradient mean?
A
The acceleration of an object
5
Q
What does a curved line on a velocity time graph show you?
A
The changing acceleration of an object.
