How Do I Plot an Acceleration-Time Graph from a Given Velocity-Time Graph?

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This discussion focuses on the process of plotting an acceleration-time graph from a given velocity-time graph. The key takeaway is that the slope of the velocity-time graph represents acceleration, which in this case is calculated to be a constant ‒9.4 m/s². The user provided both a distance-time graph and a velocity-time graph for reference, and the acceleration graph was created based on the provided slope. The conclusion confirms that the acceleration appears to be correctly represented as constant.

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Homework Statement


I need help plotting the acceleration time graph from a given velocity-time graph.

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I know you need to do slope [Which is already provided] [9.40 m/s2]

I also attached the distance-time graph [first one] and I also attached the velocity time graph [graph 2]

The Attempt at a Solution


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here is my attempt at the acceleration-time graph
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Did I do it right, please correct it thank you!
 
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The slope of the position vs. time graph is velocity.

The slope of the velocity vs. time graph is acceleration.

Your acceleration looks reasonably constant at ‒9.4 m/s2.
 

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