Question detail
If a distance-time graph shows a curved line, what does this imply about the object's speed?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The object is moving at a constant speed.
- B. The object is accelerating.
- C. The object is stationary.
- D. The object is moving backwards.
Answer
The object is accelerating.
Explanation
A curved line on a distance-time graph indicates that the speed of the object is changing, which means it is accelerating.
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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