Question

A position-time graph is shown below. Which statement accurately describes the motion of the object in the graph over 10 seconds?

A) The object moves forward at 1 cm/s, stops, and then continues at the same velocity.
B) The object moves forward at 1 cm/s, stops, and then increases velocity to 2 cm/s.
C) The object is at rest for 4 seconds and then moves forward for 4 seconds at 1 cm/s.
D) The object is at rest for 3 seconds and then decreases velocity to 1 cm/s for 3 seconds.

Answer 1

The object is at rest for 4 seconds and then moves forward for 4 seconds at 1 cm/s.

Step-by-step explanation:

The motion of the object in the graph over 10 seconds can be described as follows: The object is at rest for 4 seconds and then moves forward for 4 seconds at 1 cm/s. This corresponds to option C.