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Graphs are a useful way of showing data.

A distance-time graph tells us information about a journey. These graphs
show three different journeys.

Distance Distance Distance

Time Time Time

The gradient of the line tells us the speed that an object is travelling at.

• A steeper gradient means that the object is travelling more quickly.

• A horizontal line means that the object is not moving; it is stationary.
Discuss!

What does each graph tell you about the journey?

Imagine a situation for each graph. Show it to your partner.

Distance-time graphs make it easy to compare different speeds. Look at the
graph below.

Distance (m)

Time (s)

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