5.1.9

Speed-Time Graphs

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Speed-Time Graphs

The gradient of a speed-time graph shows an object’s acceleration.

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Straight lines

  • A straight line on a speed-time graph shows that an object’s acceleration is constant.
    • A horizontal line shows that an object is not accelerating.
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Curved lines

  • A curved line shows that an object is accelerating or decelerating at a rate that is not constant.

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