CAIE A-Level Physics AS 2 Kinematics Questions

Practise analysing straight-line and projectile motion with definitions, graphs, constant-acceleration equations, experiments, uncertainty and physical constraints.

Syllabus
2028–2030
Course
Physics 9702
Level
AS

Exam points

  • Define and calculate distance, displacement, speed, velocity and acceleration from motion descriptions, equations and graphs.
  • Use graph gradients and areas to determine velocities, accelerations and displacements with correct sign and units.
  • Derive and apply constant-acceleration equations to straight-line and free-fall problems.
  • Model perpendicular component motion and interpret trajectories, ranges, heights and physical constraints.
  • Plan or evaluate motion experiments and check measurement uncertainty, assumptions and feasibility.

Question 1

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Which statement is not correct?

A

Acceleration can be determined from the gradient of a velocity-time graph.

B

Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity.

C

Displacement can be determined from the area under a velocity-time graph.

D

Velocity is the rate of change of distance.

Question 2

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a time of 10 s and then walks back to the starting point at a constant speed in a time of 30 s .

What is the distance-time graph for the motion of the student?

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Question 3

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The diagram shows a velocity-time graph for an object moving in a straight line.

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What is the displacement during the last 2 seconds of the motion?

A

6 m

B

12 m

C

18 m

D

24 m24 \mathrm{~m}

Question 4

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A displacement-time graph for a toy car is shown.

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Which graph shows the variation with time of the velocity v of the car?

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