How do you take Velocity from Acceleration?

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To find velocity from an acceleration vs. time graph, calculate the area under the curve, which represents the change in velocity. It's essential to know the initial velocity or the velocity at another specified time to determine the final velocity accurately. If the initial velocity is not provided, the calculation will be incomplete. Ensure that the units are consistent when performing these calculations. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving related homework problems effectively.
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For my HW question I have to take the velocity from an acceleration vs time graph at a certain time.

How do I do this? I was sure that the velocity was the area underneath the curve but its not coming out right at all.

Please help! Thanks
 
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The area under the acceleration graph gives the change in velocity. You still need to know what the velocity was initially, or at some other specified time.
 
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