Language of kinematics and motion graphs

Language of kinematics and motion graphs Quiz

Spec 7.1–2 · Edexcel A-Level Maths: Quiz

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  1. 1. A runner goes 60 m east then 20 m west. What is the distance travelled?

    • A. 4040 m
    • B. 6060 m
    • C. 8080 m
    • D. 2020 m

  2. 2. The gradient of a displacement--time graph is −3-3 m s−1^{-1}. What does this show?

    • A. Distance decreasing at 3 m s−1^{-1}
    • B. Speed of −3-3 m s−1^{-1}
    • C. Velocity of 3 m s−1^{-1} in the positive direction
    • D. Velocity of 3 m s−1^{-1} in the negative direction

  3. 3. A body's velocity goes from 55 m s−1^{-1} to 1515 m s−1^{-1} uniformly in 4 s. What is its acceleration?

    • A. 2.52.5 m s−2^{-2}
    • B. 55 m s−2^{-2}
    • C. 1010 m s−2^{-2}
    • D. 4040 m s−2^{-2}

  4. 4. A velocity--time graph is a straight line from (0,0)(0,0) to (6,12)(6,12). What is the displacement over this time?

    • A. 1212 m
    • B. 7272 m
    • C. 3636 m
    • D. 22 m

  5. 5. Which statement about a horizontal line on a displacement--time graph is correct?

    • A. Constant acceleration
    • B. The object is at rest
    • C. The object has constant speed
    • D. The velocity is increasing

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