Need help with the interpretation of this v(t) graph

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The discussion focuses on interpreting a velocity-time graph to determine distance traveled and acceleration over specified time intervals. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the relationship between velocity, position, and acceleration, urging the original poster to show their work for clarity. The correct method for calculating distance involves finding the area under the graph, with specific calculations provided for different segments of time. The acceleration is determined by analyzing changes in velocity during the specified intervals, with the final distance traveled calculated as 78 meters over 8 seconds. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving similar physics problems effectively.
  • #31
gladidi said:
The last point is to calculate the distance traveled by objects.
it is said that should calculate the surface area
Yes, in a velocity-time graph the distance traveled is given by the 'area' under the graph line. But the area of each square means the product of the coordinate intervals.
Here, the vertical grid lines are at 1 second intervals and the horizontal grid lines at intervals of 2m/s, so each little square represents 1 second x 2m/s = 2m.
 
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  • #32
haruspex said:
Yes, in a velocity-time graph the distance traveled is given by the 'area' under the graph line. But the area of each square means the product of the coordinate intervals.
Here, the vertical grid lines are at 1 second intervals and the horizontal grid lines at intervals of 2m/s, so each little square represents 1 second x 2m/s = 2m.
Is this right way to solve this? example 35*2+8/2*2?
 

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  • #33
gladidi said:
Is this right way to solve this? example 35*2+8/2*2?
That is the right answer. I cannot tell whether you are expected to do it by counting squares are algebraically. I would use standard formulae for areas of rectangles and triangles.
 
  • #34
haruspex said:
That is the right answer. I cannot tell whether you are expected to do it by counting squares are algebraically. I would use standard formulae for areas of rectangles and triangles.
35*2+8/2*2? is 78m but it's not right..
 
  • #35
gladidi said:
35*2+8/2*2? is 78m but it's not right..
You want the distance for the whole 8 seconds, right?
In the first 4 seconds the average speed is (3+12)/2=7.5m/s. Over four seconds that covers 30m.
For the remaining 4 seconds the speed is 12m/s, giving a distance of 48m.
30m+48m=78m.
 

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