Interpreting Velocity vs Time Graphs

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The discussion revolves around understanding velocity vs time graphs, specifically in the context of calculating average speed and displacement over a given time interval. The original poster seeks assistance with a homework problem involving these concepts.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • The original poster expresses confusion about how to determine average speed and displacement from the provided graph. Participants inquire about the format of the graph to facilitate discussion.

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Participants are actively engaging in clarifying the requirements for the graph and have provided suggestions for its format. There is a collaborative atmosphere as members offer assistance and express willingness to help further.

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The original poster has uploaded the graph in PDF format after initial requests for a more accessible format. There is an ongoing discussion about the appropriateness of linking to external resources for additional help.

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Hello guys,

I am having a hard time understanding velocity vs time graphs. In one of my homework problems I was given a velocity vs time graph and asked to find the average speed in a time interval of 9 seconds. I am unsure how to go about this.

Also, how would I find displacement at a certain time given a velocity vs time graph?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have uploaded the graph as well so that you guys can know what I'm talking about.
 

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nsn7 said:
Hello guys,

I am having a hard time understanding velocity vs time graphs. In one of my homework problems I was given a velocity vs time graph and asked to find the average speed in a time interval of 9 seconds. I am unsure how to go about this.

Also, how would I find displacement at a certain time given a velocity vs time graph?

Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have uploaded the graph as well so that you guys can know what I'm talking about.

Hello. Welcome to PF.

Could you please upload that in a pdf or perhaps an image (jpeg or png or w/e)? I don't have word and I won't be able to see the graph. Also, it's good practice to upload pdf's or images. :P
 
Hello Crake,

Sorry about that. I just uploaded it in PDF format.
 
Crake said:
Hello. Welcome to PF.

Could you please upload that in a pdf or perhaps an image (jpeg or png or w/e)? I don't have word and I won't be able to see the graph. Also, it's good practice to upload pdf's or images. :P

Hello Crake,

Sorry about that. I just uploaded it in PDF format.
 
Let me know if this helps.

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to link to Khan Academy, but oh well.
 
Crake said:
Let me know if this helps.

I'm not sure if I'm allowed to link to Khan Academy, but oh well.

Yeah, that helped! Thanks!
 
nsn7 said:
Yeah, that helped! Thanks!

You're most welcome. Let me know if you need anything else.
 

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