The discussion revolves around calculating displacement from a velocity-time graph using specific points on the graph. The original poster attempts to apply the area formula for triangles to find the displacement but encounters difficulties in achieving the expected result.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing insights into the correct approach for calculating the area under the curve of the graph. There is no explicit consensus yet, but some guidance has been offered regarding the need to account for different shapes in the area calculation.
Participants note that the graph in question is a velocity-time graph, which influences the method of calculating displacement. There is also a suggestion that the original poster may have overlooked certain areas in their calculations.
hunter151 said:What kind of graph is this? (position vs time, velocity vs time, ect)
Charlie_russo said:the BxH/2 only works for right triangles