CAIE A-Level Physics AS 2.1.5 Acceleration Using the Gradient of a Velocity Time Graph Questions

Determine acceleration from the gradient of a velocity–time graph, including interpretation of positive, negative and zero gradients.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Physics 9702
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Determine acceleration from the gradient of a velocity–time graph, including interpretation of positive, negative and zero gradients.

CAIE A-Level Physics AS 2.1.5 Acceleration Using the Gradient of a Velocity Time Graph Questions question 1

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A parachutist falls from a stationary balloon at time t=0. The velocity-time graph for the parachutist from time t=0 until the time when he is just above the ground is shown.

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Which graph best shows the variation with time of the acceleration of the parachutist?

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