Question

speed problems
match the graph that best fits the motion from the data table.
time (sec) distance (m)
0 100
5 120
10 140
15 160
20 180

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the data trend

As time increases (from 0 to 20 seconds), distance increases steadily from 100m to 180m. The relationship between time and distance is linear.

Step2: Examine the graphs

The first graph has a non - linear increasing curve. The second graph shows a curve that levels off. The fourth graph shows a decreasing relationship. The third graph shows a straight - line (linear) increase in distance with time.

Answer:

The third graph (the one with a straight - line increase in distance as time progresses)