Motion Graph Translator | Dr. Nuha Aljuneidi

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Drag the dots on the velocity graph. Position and acceleration redraw instantly — and the motion cart follows exactly what the graphs predict. Velocity is the slope of position; acceleration is the slope of velocity.

Position

s vs t · metres

drag me!

Velocity

v vs t · m/s

Acceleration

a vs t · m/s²

time0.00 s

position0.00 m

velocity0.00 m/s

acceleration0.00 m/s²

displacement0.00 m

distance0.00 m

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Interpreting the Graphs

Position is where the car is. Its slope at any moment is the velocity. The velocity graph's slope is the acceleration. Viewed in reverse, acceleration describes how quickly velocity changes, while the signed area under velocity gives displacement. Total distance is the area under speed, |v|. Drag a point to observe how the three graphs remain synchronized.

Try these motion challenges

Return the car to its starting position.
Finish with zero velocity.
Travel at least 20 m without reversing direction.
Create constant negative acceleration.

Engineering Record

Explain what your motion graphs show, then submit your results or download a solution image for your records.

Interpretation