I need help with the following:
Given below is the position-time graph representing motions of two runners, Nick and Ian. Use this graph to determine which runner has greater average velocity.
For this one, I know the answer is 2m/0s, but I don't know if they want me to explain how I got the answer or not explain. I know how to get the answer, and I know what I have to explain.
Please help, and I will appreciate it.
Do you guys think I should explain how I got my answer, or do you guys think I shouldn't explain my answer?
I know how to do this type of science, so if you guys say yes or no, that will be fine. Also, if you guys say yes, I will explain, but if you guys say no, I will only put the answer of 2m/0s. I will appreciate it if you guys help.
I have no idea what you are asking. average velocity is the slope of the endpoint on the distance/time graph
All I am asking is to see if I need to explain my answer or not. I do not know if I should explain or not.
Can you tell me why you don't understand what I am asking please?
To determine which runner has the greater average velocity using the given position-time graph, you can follow these steps:
1. Recall that average velocity is calculated by dividing the change in position by the change in time.
2. Look at the graph and determine the displacement of each runner. Displacement is the straight-line distance from the initial to the final position.
3. Identify the change in time for each runner. This is calculated by subtracting the initial time from the final time.
4. Calculate the average velocity for each runner by dividing the displacement by the change in time.
5. Compare the average velocities of the two runners. The runner with the higher average velocity has greater speed over the given time interval.
In this specific scenario, you mentioned that the answer is 2m/0s. However, it is important to note that the average velocity of 2m/0s is an undefined value because division by zero is not possible in mathematics. It is likely that this is a mistake in the question or the provided answer.
If you provide more details or clarify any further confusion, I'll be glad to assist you further.