Graphing
Motion
Quite often we are asked to
make observations and describe what we have seen. We all have a unique way of
expressing ourselves. Some prefer to talk, some to write, some to draw
pictures,... or any number of alternatives. In this activity you will first
observe the animation of the two trucks shown and then describe what you have
seen in words. When you have completed question #1 click on the buttons below to
view the graphs of Distance vs. Time, Velocity vs. Time, and Acceleration vs.
Time. Answer questions #2 - #4.
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Question #1 -
Click on the play button and observe the motion of each truck.
You may use the pause, forward (>>), and back (<<) keys to compare
at specific points in time. Describe the motion of each.
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Question #2
- Distance vs Time Graph
Which line on the graph represents the green truck, ... the
red truck? Give your reasoning.
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Question #3
- Velocity vs Time Graph
Which line on the graph represents the green truck, ... the
red truck? Give your reasoning.
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Question #4
- Acceleration vs Time Graph
Which line on the graph represents the green truck, ... the
red truck? Give your reasoning.
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