Velocity vs Time Graph: Understanding Motion and Slope | Homework Help

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A zero slope on a velocity vs. time graph indicates constant motion or no motion, meaning the velocity remains unchanged. Conversely, a non-zero slope signifies changing velocity, which corresponds to acceleration. Positive slopes represent positive acceleration, while negative slopes indicate negative acceleration. Understanding these relationships is crucial for analyzing motion in physics. The discussion clarifies that a slope of zero equates to zero acceleration and constant velocity.
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Homework Statement


what type of motion is occurring when slope is zero?
not zero?


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The Attempt at a Solution


a.) constant motion or no motion
b.) changing velocity
 
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Hi BeckyStar678! :smile:
BeckyStar678 said:
("is this right? velocity vs time graph ?")
what type of motion is occurring when slope is zero?
not zero?

The Attempt at a Solution


a.) constant motion or no motion
b.) changing velocity

Yes, that's right (especially if you can't spell accclellarration :wink:) …

but why are you asking?

What's worrying you? :confused:
 
If constant motion means constant velocity, then yes that's right.
 
Slope of zero on a velocity-time graph shows that the velocity is constant at that point in time.
Slopes on velocity-time graphs are representations of acceleration.
positive slope = positive acceleration =
negative slope = negative acceleration
slope of zero = zero acceleration = constant motion
 

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