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What does a negative gradient on a velocity-time graph indicate?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. Acceleration
- B. Deceleration
- C. Constant speed
- D. Stationary object
Answer
Deceleration
Explanation
A negative gradient on a velocity-time graph indicates that the velocity is decreasing, which is referred to as deceleration.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Velocity-Time Graphs
Students often confuse a straight sloping line on a velocity-time graph with constant speed instead of constant acceleration.
Remind students that a straight sloping line indicates a constant change in velocity, which is defined as acceleration.
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