velocity/time graphs - Sp1 Flashcards

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1
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what do flat sections represent

A

constant speed

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2
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what does gradient equate to?

A

acceleration

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3
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what happens as the graph gets steeper

A

the greater the acceleration or deceleration

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4
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what are uphill sections

A

acceleration

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5
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what are downhill sections

A

deceleration

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6
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what does a curve mean

A

changing acceleration

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7
Q

how to find distance?

A

find the section marked and create a shape using the slope line - work out it’s area by cutting it up

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8
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how to calculate acceleration?

A

change in velocity marked / time taken

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