Question

for questions 15 – 16, refer to the graph representing howard’s recent bike ride. answer each question (1 pt. ea.)

1. what was happening from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.?

he went up a hill and the drove at a constant speed

1. was howard closer to home at 10:00 a.m. or at 12:30 p.m.?

10:00 am

Explanation:

For Question 15:

The graph shows the distance from home stays constant between 10:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m., meaning Howard was not moving.

For Question 16:

At 10:00 a.m., Howard's distance from home is 20 km. At 12:30 p.m., his distance from home is 10 km. 10 km is less than 20 km, so he is closer at 12:30 p.m.

Answer:

1. Howard was stationary (not moving, staying at the same distance from home).
2. Howard was closer to home at 12:30 p.m.