Name:
Aim 10: Calculating Velocity Practice
Date:
1. Compare and contrast speed and velocity.
2. While out trying to find water, Jack decides to take data of his position (distance) over time in order to
keep track of where he has been. The data is shown in the graph below
a)
At what position (or distance) did Jack start his journey?
b)
What is Jack’s total distance traveled?
c)
At what time was Jack back at his starting point?
d)
What was his velocity at this point?
3. Using the data below:
a) Construct a graph of position (distance) vs. time using the grid provided.
• Title the graph
• Label the X and Y axes and creates a numbered scale on each axis
• Plot the points
TURN PAGE FOR QUESTIONS ON GRAPH
a) During what time interval(s) is the velocity of the object zero?
b) What is the velocity of the object between t=7s and t=8s?
What is the speed of the object during this interval?
c) What is the total distance the object travels