Velocity and Distance Flashcards
1
Q
What does a flat section mean in a distance time graph?
A
It means that it’s stopped
2
Q
What do curves represent on a distance time graph?
A
Curves represent acceleration or deceleration
3
Q
What do straight uphill and downhill sections mean in a distance time graph?
A
It means that it’s travelling at a steady speed
4
Q
The steeper the distance time graph..
A
the faster it’s going
5
Q
What is speed and velocity measured in?
A
Metres per second (m/s)
6
Q
What is the gradient in a distance time graph?
A
The gradient is speed