Reading a Distance-Time Graph

Question

Consider this position-time graph to answer the questions that follow:
A)
Which runner won the race?
(1 point)
Albert
Bob
Charlie
B)
Describe the specific details in the graph that support your choice for the winner of the race.
(1 point)
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/ 50 Word Limit

Answer 1

A) The runner who won the race is Charlie.

B) Charlie finishes at the highest point on the graph, indicating he covered the greatest distance in the shortest amount of time. The steepness of his line shows a consistent, fast pace compared to Albert and Bob, whose lines indicate slower progress and less distance covered.