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1
Q

How can you calculate the gradient of a line?

A

Rise over run (change in y over change in x)

2
Q

How can you work out the acceleration of the object using a velocity time graph?

A

Calculate the gradient

3
Q

How do you calculate the distance travelled in a velocity time graph?

A

Calculate the area

4
Q

What would an upwardly curving line represent on a distance time graph?

A

The velocity is increasing at an increasing rate

5
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What would an upwardly curving line represent on a velocity time graph?

A

The acceleration is increasing at an increasing rate

6
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How can you work out the velocity of the object using a distance time graph?

A

Calculate the gradient