What does the slope of a speed vs. time graph represent?

[Astar]

Homework Statement

Complete the sentence:
If you are presented with a graph of speed vs time the slope of the graph at any point will represent the ... ... of an object.

Homework Equations

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The Attempt at a Solution

I think the answer would be acceleration or possibly average acceleration(?)as there are two spaces to fill in. Any clearing up on this would be much appreciated.

Thanks

 

[thebigstar25]

I think It is better to go back to the definition of the slope, and you should determine which is the vertical axis and which is the horizontal axis ..

 

[nirajnishad]

it will be acceleration
because as the time will pass the speed increases or decreases as it is a slope
n as there is only 1 slope so average acceleration? i don't think so...
i'll go for acceleration

 

[arkofnoah]

no it's instantaneous acceleration.