Starting from Rest, a Particle That Is Confined to Move

question 7

Multiple Choice

Starting from rest, a particle that is confined to move along a straight line is accelerated at a rate of 5.0 m/s². Which statement concerning the slope of the position versus time graph for this particle is true?

• A)The slope has a constant value of 5.0 m/s.
• B)The slope has a constant value of 5.0 m/s².
• C)The slope is both constant and negative.
• D)The slope is not constant and increases with increasing time.
• E)The slope is not constant and decreases with increasing time.

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