How to find Change in velocity on an Acceleration vs TIme Graph?

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The discussion focuses on determining the change in velocity from acceleration versus time graphs for five objects. Participants emphasize the need to understand the relationship between acceleration and velocity, specifically how the area under the acceleration-time graph represents the change in velocity. The key takeaway is that the object with the largest area under its graph during the specified interval experiences the greatest change in velocity.

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The question is: Acceleration versus time graphs for five objects are shown below. All axes have the same scale. Which object had the greatest change in velocity during the interval?2. The attempt at a solution
Not sure how to start here I only know about distance over time, and velocity over time graphs not acceleration over time graphs.

If anyone could explain how to do this it would be great. Thanks in advanced!
 
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