How Do You Determine Acceleration from a Velocity vs Time Graph?

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To determine acceleration from a velocity vs time graph, calculate the slope of the graph, which represents the change in velocity over time. In this case, a slope of 4 indicates an acceleration of 4 units per time unit. The x-axis represents time, while the y-axis represents velocity. Understanding that the gradient equals acceleration is crucial for interpreting the graph correctly. This foundational concept is essential for success in physics.
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Okay so I am in gr.11 physics and I did the velocity vs time graph and my slope is 4.

what do i do for the acceleration ?

i suck at physics lol!
 
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You need to post questions like this in Homework normally.

On your velocity vs time graph, time is on the x-axis and velocity is on the y-axis.

Gradient = y / x = Change in Velocity / Time = Acceleration.
 

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