The plots show the input signal $x(t)$, the impulse response $h(t)$, and the output signal $y(t) = x(t) \ast h(t)$.

1. Input Signal $x(t)$: A ramp that starts at $t = 1$ and stops at $t = 5$.
2. Impulse Response $h(t)$: Defined by two shifted step functions centered at $t = 3$, creating a window between $t = 0$ and $t = 3$.
3. Output Signal $y(t)$: This is the result of convolving $x(t)$ and $h(t)$. The output represents the combined effect of the input signal passing through the system characterized by $h(t)$.

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Here are some related questions for deeper exploration:

1. How would the output change if $h(t)$ were a different step function?
2. What happens if the input signal is extended beyond $t = 5$?
3. Can we derive an analytical expression for $y(t)$?
4. How does the duration of the impulse response affect the output?
5. What is the physical interpretation of the convolution result in this system?

Tip: When convolving signals, always consider the duration and overlap of the signals to predict the result's shape.