The graph below shows a cyclist’s velocity over a period of time.

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Describe the cyclist’s acceleration.

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The acceleration of the cyclist is constant and non-zero
The acceleration of the cyclist is constant and non-zero

The acceleration of cyclist is going down
The acceleration of cyclist is going down

The acceleration of the cyclist is constant and zero
The acceleration of the cyclist is constant and zero

The acceleration of the cyclist is going up
The acceleration of the cyclist is going up
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Answer 1

Without the specific graph in front of me, I can guide you based on common interpretations of velocity-time graphs.

1. If the velocity is a straight horizontal line: This indicates that the cyclist is moving at a constant velocity. In this case, the acceleration is constant and zero.

2. If the velocity is a straight line with a positive slope: This indicates that the cyclist is accelerating at a constant rate. Therefore, the acceleration is constant and non-zero.

3. If the velocity is a straight line with a negative slope: This indicates that the cyclist is decelerating at a constant rate (slowing down). Here, the acceleration is constant and non-zero but negative.

4. If the velocity is curving upwards or downwards: This indicates changing acceleration. If the curvature is upward, the acceleration is increasing (the cyclist is speeding up faster over time). If it curves downwards, the acceleration is decreasing (the cyclist is slowing down).

Based on your choices, the most accurate response would depend on the shape of the graph you are interpreting. If you can describe the graph's characteristics (e.g., straight line up, straight line down, or curved), I can help you pinpoint the correct answer.