A particle’s position–time graph is a curve that passes through the origin and…
PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 1: Algebra-based · Kinematics · Kinematics
Problem
A particle’s position–time graph is a curve that passes through the origin and becomes progressively steeper, with the slope of the curve proportional to time. Which of the following statements about the particle’s acceleration is most consistent with this description?
(a) The acceleration is constant and negative.
(b) The acceleration is zero.
(c) The acceleration is constant and positive.
(d) The acceleration is positive and increases with time.