The Figure Shows the Position of an Object (Moving Along

question 13

Multiple Choice

The figure shows the position of an object (moving along a straight line) as a function of time.Assume two significant figures in each number.Which of the following statements about this object is true over the interval shown?

• A) The object is accelerating to the left.
• B) The object is accelerating to the right.
• C) The acceleration of the object is in the same direction as its velocity.
• D) The average speed of the object is 1.0 m/s.

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