Distance/Time Graph

The shape and the slope of the lines on a distance vs. time graph show the motions of objects. To show a motion of constant velocity there would be a straight line of constant slope when it is drawn on a distance/time graph. The lines of the position vs. time graphs for constant velocity motion and accelerated motion demonstrate Changing velocity. Whatever characteristics the velocity has, the slope will show the same characteristics. If the velocity is constant, then the slope is constant it would show a straight line. If the velocity is changing, then the slope is changing it would show a curved line. If the velocity is positive, then the slope is positive the slope moves upwards and to the right. A distance/time graph tells people how far an object has moved with time, the steeper the graph: the faster the motion. A horizontal line means the object is not changing its position; it is stationary. A downward sloping line means the object is returning to the start.

This shows position versus time.

This demonstrates what lines would be used when making a d/t graph.