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

$\frac{\Delta S}{\Delta t}$ where $S$ is displacement

$\frac{d}{\Delta t}$ where $d$ is distance travelled

The gradient

Parabolic curves

Straight lines with negative slopes

Acceleration (rate of change of velocity)

Zero

$-9.8$ m/s²

$\frac{\Delta V}{\Delta t}$

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

Total area (ignoring negatives)

Gradient at a given point