Velocity-Time Graphs (AQA A-Level Mathematics): Flashcards

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Velocity-Time Graphs
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Formula for velocity

ΔSΔt\frac{\Delta S}{\Delta t} where SS is displacement

Formula for speed

dΔt\frac{d}{\Delta t} where dd is distance travelled

What does velocity represent on an S-T graph?

The gradient

How to find displacement from V-T graph

Total area between graph and x-axis (including signs)

How to find distance from V-T graph

Total area between graph and x-axis (ignoring negatives)

What does acceleration represent on a V-T graph?

The gradient

Gradient of V-T graph for gravity

9.8 m/s2-9.8 \text{ m/s}^2

What is the velocity at the top of a bounce?

Zero

Shape of S-T graph for bouncing ball

Parabolic curves

Shape of V-T graph for bouncing ball

Straight lines

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