Question detail
What does a straight sloping line on a distance-time graph represent?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The object is stationary.
- B. The object is moving at a constant speed.
- C. The object is accelerating.
- D. The object is moving backwards.
Answer
The object is moving at a constant speed.
Explanation
A straight sloping line indicates that the distance increases uniformly over time, which means the object is moving at a constant speed.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Distance-Time Graphs
Students often describe motion from a distance-time graph by focusing solely on the distance without considering the direction of movement.
Encourage students to include both distance and direction in their descriptions, emphasizing that motion involves both how far and in which direction the object moves.
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