The speed–time graph shows the motion of a vehicle. Time $t$ is in seconds and speed $v$ is in m

Question

The speed–time graph shows the motion of a vehicle. Time $t$ is in seconds and speed $v$ is in metres per second. Calculate the acceleration during the first part of the journey.[2] Calculate the total distance travelled.[3]

Accepted Answer

(a) $1.71\text{ m/s}^2$ (3 s.f.). (b) $198\text{ m}$.

Distance from a speed–time graph

Distance from a speed–time graph

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