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What does a steeper gradient on a distance-time graph indicate?

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Topic

Forces and motion

Question

A. The object is moving at a slower speed.
B. The object is stationary.
C. The object is moving at a greater speed.
D. The object is accelerating.

Answer

The object is moving at a greater speed.

Explanation

A steeper gradient on a distance-time graph indicates that the distance is increasing more rapidly, which means the object is moving at a greater speed.

Common mistake

Misinterpreting Distance-Time Graphs

Students often confuse a horizontal line on a distance-time graph as indicating motion rather than being stationary.

Remember that a horizontal line indicates no change in distance over time, meaning the object is stationary.

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