Math Problem Statement
Solution
The question asks to identify which graph models walking directly away from a motion sensor at a constant rate. Let’s analyze each graph:
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Graph a: The distance remains constant over time , indicating no movement. This would not represent walking away or towards the sensor.
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Graph b: The distance decreases linearly with time , indicating movement towards the sensor at a constant rate, but not away from it.
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Graph c: The distance increases linearly with time , which indicates walking away from the sensor at a constant rate. This is the correct graph.
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Graph d: The distance increases, but at a decreasing rate (curved graph), suggesting an acceleration or deceleration, which doesn't fit the description of a constant rate.
Thus, the correct answer is C.
Would you like more details on any of these graphs? Here are five related questions:
- What does a graph look like if someone is walking towards the sensor at a constant rate?
- How would the graph look if the person is walking away from the sensor at a non-constant rate?
- Can you explain what kind of motion Graph D might represent?
- How would a graph change if the person started walking, stopped, then started again?
- Why does Graph A not represent any motion?
Tip: A straight line (linear relationship) on a distance-time graph indicates constant speed.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Relationships
Distance-Time Graphs
Formulas
d = vt (distance = velocity × time)
Theorems
Constant Rate Theorem (linear relationship)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 7-10