Need clarification about x-t and v-t graph - Physics Forums
Sep 4, 2010 · Homework Statement I'm confused with what a negative slope means on an x-t and v-t graph. On an x-t graph, I understand that a positive constant slope means uniform velocity …
How can I linearize my (negative slope) quadratic graph?
Feb 23, 2020 · When reversing my graph's y-axis I can almost get an almost perfect line. This line gives me the correct slope and intercept, if I insert the distance in reverse.
Distance-Time Graphs: Negative Gradient Explained
Feb 15, 2009 · On a distance -time graph the gradient represents the speed, which is always non-negative. However, on a position -time graph, the gradient represents the velocity, which can …
Why do tensile testing graphs show a negative slope at these …
Feb 25, 2012 · Do tensile testing machines reduce the value of load in these regions? If yes, why? If no, what's happening in the graph?
Understanding Velocity vs Time Graphs for Horizontal Motion
Sep 1, 2014 · Quick question about translating what's on the Velocity vs Time graph into what is actually happening to the object. A cart is traveling on a straight horizontal track. So I …
Understanding Negative Shear Force in Beams: Explanation and …
Jul 8, 2016 · The shear starts off negative and remains negative because therrre are no forces applied in between end points. Then from the calculus of beam theory, the slope of the …
Graphing Wavelength vs Inverse freq. or Period - Physics Forums
Oct 23, 2008 · According to our lab manual, the graph of Wavelength vs Period : the slope should be the speed of sound. Well, I have a negative slope of -32.2 which is ridiculous, but I can't …
How to interpret a negative y-intercept? - Physics Forums
Sep 16, 2010 · Welcome to PF, The bottom line is that for a discrete, countable thing like cricket chirps, it just doesn't make sense to have a negative value. Your result is unphysical, and it …
Is negative acceleration always related to a decrease in speed?
Sep 20, 2009 · I need some negative acceleration help. I know that negative acceleration does not mean that the object is slowing down. However, there is a negative acceleration when the …
Finding acceleration from graphs (s vs t^2) - Physics Forums
Nov 11, 2007 · The slope I will attain from the t^2 versus s graph, what will it represent? And how could I possibly plug it back into the equation to find acceleration? Thanks. Also when I graph …