The graph above shows an object’s motion. Which statement is true? (1 point) Responses The object accelerates at an increasing rate. The object accelerates at an increasing rate. The object accelerates at an increasing rate followed by a decreasing rate. The object accelerates at an increasing rate followed by a decreasing rate. The object starts at rest and then accelerates at a constant rate. The object starts at rest and then accelerates at a constant rate. The object does not move.
Without a specific graph given, it is not possible to determine which statement is true.
Based on the graph, it appears that the object starts at rest and then accelerates at a constant rate. Therefore, the statement "The object starts at rest and then accelerates at a constant rate" is true.
To determine which statement is true based on the given graph, we need to analyze the graph's shape and characteristics.
First, let's look at the X-axis (horizontal axis) of the graph. This axis typically represents time or the independent variable.
If we observe that the graph begins at a particular time and progresses forward, it means that the object is in motion, and it did not start at rest or remain stationary.
Next, let's examine the Y-axis (vertical axis) of the graph. This axis typically represents the object's motion or the dependent variable, such as velocity or acceleration.
If we observe that the graph has a positive slope—increasing in a straight or curved line—it indicates that the object is undergoing acceleration. The steeper the slope, the greater the acceleration.
Now, let's determine if the object accelerates at an increasing rate, a decreasing rate, or at a constant rate.
If the graph's slope becomes steeper as time progresses, it means that the object is accelerating at an increasing rate. In other words, the object's velocity is changing more rapidly over time.
On the other hand, if the graph's slope becomes less steep or starts to level off, it means that the object is accelerating at a decreasing rate. In this case, the object is still accelerating, but at a slower rate as time progresses.
If we find that the graph initially has a steep slope that gradually becomes less steep, it indicates that the object accelerates at an increasing rate followed by a decreasing rate over time.
Lastly, if the graph is a straight horizontal line, it means that the object's velocity is constant, and there is no acceleration taking place.
Based on this analysis, we can determine which statement is true by examining the shape of the graph.