Displacement-time graph

Definition

A displacement-time graph shows how an object's displacement changes over time. The slope of this graph represents velocity.

Related terms

Velocity-time graph:

A velocity-time graph shows how an object's velocity changes over time. The slope of this graph represents acceleration.

Instantaneous velocity: Instantaneous velocity refers to the velocity at any given moment in time.

Constant velocity motion: Constant velocity motion occurs when there is no change in speed or direction over time.