Sketching Kinematic Graphs for a Person's Movement from a Reference Point

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This discussion focuses on sketching velocity and acceleration graphs for a person's movement relative to a reference point. The individual starts 50m north, walks to 50m south, jogs back to 50m north, and finally runs to the reference point. Key insights include the importance of accurately representing the position over time and understanding the differences in slope for walking versus running. Visual aids are suggested to enhance comprehension of the graphs.

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A person starts 50m [N] of a reference point then walks until hs is 50m of the reference point. The person then jogs until he is 50m [N] of the ref. point. The person then runs until he is at the ref. point.

How do i sketch a velocity vs time graph and an acceleration vs time graph for this scenario.

Any help is appreciated. Visual images would be nice

Thanks!
 
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A person starts 50m [N] of a reference point then walks until hs is 50m of the reference point. The person then jogs until he is 50m [N] of the ref. point. The person then runs until he is at the ref. point.

How do i sketch a velocity vs time graph and an acceleration vs time graph for this scenario.

Any help is appreciated. Visual images would be nice

Thanks!


Put the north-south axis on the vertical (where the y-axis usually is), and the time axis to the right. Now sketch the person's position as a function of time. For the part where the person is running, will the slope be greater or less than when they are walking?
 

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