The graph shows the motion of a horse during the first portion of a race.



Which statement is true about the horse's motion?

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Responses

The horse maintained a constant velocity during this portion of the race.
The horse maintained a constant velocity during this portion of the race.

The horse maintained a constant acceleration during this portion of the race.
The horse maintained a constant acceleration during this portion of the race.

The horse increased its acceleration during this portion of the race.
The horse increased its acceleration during this portion of the race.

The horse decreased its velocity during this portion of the race.
The horse decreased its velocity during this portion of the race.
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To determine which statement is true about the horse's motion based on the graph, we need to analyze the characteristics of the motion represented. Without seeing the actual graph, I can provide guidance on how to evaluate it:

  1. Constant Velocity: If the graph shows a straight line with a constant slope, the horse is maintaining a constant velocity. If the slope changes, this statement would not be true.

  2. Constant Acceleration: If the graph shows a curve (specifically, a parabolic shape) that consistently increases or decreases in slope, the horse has constant acceleration. A straight line (indicating constant velocity) would mean this is false.

  3. Increased Acceleration: If the slope of the graph is increasing over time, it indicates that the horse's speed is increasing more and more – this would suggest that the horse is increasing its acceleration.

  4. Decreased Velocity: If the graph shows a descending line (with a negative slope), this would indicate that the horse is decreasing its velocity.

Check the graph closely for these specific indications in the slope or shape to identify which statement is correct. If you provide details about the shape or specific points of the graph, I can help you further filter down which statement is true.