What does a distance-time graph show?
A distance-time graph shows how the distance travelled by an object changes over time.
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What does the steepness of the line on a distance-time graph show?
The steepness of the graph line relates to speed. Steeper slopes mean faster speed, while gentler slopes mean slower speed.
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What does a flat section on a distance-time graph show?
A flat section (zero gradient) on a distance-time graph shows that the object has stopped or is stationary.
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What does a downhill section on a distance-time graph show?
A downhill section on a distance-time graph means that the object is moving back toward the starting point.
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What do curved sections on a distance-time graph show?
Curved sections on a distance-time graph signify changing speed.
Steepening curves indicate accelerating, while levelling-off curves indicate decelerating.
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