How do you find average velocity from a position-time graph?

In summary, average velocity is the total displacement of an object divided by the total time taken. It is a measure of an object's overall motion over a certain period of time. A position-time graph is a visual representation of an object's position over a period of time and can be used to determine its velocity. To find average velocity from a position-time graph, you need to calculate the slope of the line connecting the initial and final positions, which can be done by dividing the change in position by the change in time. Average velocity is typically measured in units of distance per time, such as meters per second (m/s) or kilometers per hour (km/h). It can also be negative if the object's displacement is in the opposite direction
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Also, how do you find instantaneous velocity from a position-time graph?
 
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ihatephysics said:
Also, how do you find instantaneous velocity from a position-time graph?

What is the definition of average velocity? If you look it up somewhere, I'm sure you'll know how to deal with the position-time graph.
 
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1. How do you define average velocity?

Average velocity is the total displacement of an object divided by the total time taken. It is a measure of an object's overall motion over a certain period of time.

2. What is a position-time graph?

A position-time graph is a visual representation of an object's position over a period of time. It shows how an object's position changes over time and can be used to determine its velocity.

3. How do you calculate average velocity from a position-time graph?

To find average velocity from a position-time graph, you need to calculate the slope of the line connecting the initial and final positions. This can be done by dividing the change in position by the change in time.

4. What units are used for average velocity?

Average velocity is typically measured in units of distance per time, such as meters per second (m/s) or kilometers per hour (km/h).

5. Can average velocity be negative?

Yes, average velocity can be negative if the object's displacement is in the opposite direction of its initial position. A negative average velocity indicates that the object is moving in the opposite direction of its initial position.

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