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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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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 increased its acceleration during this portion of the race.
The horse increased its acceleration 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 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 a graph, we would need to analyze the shape of the graph you mentioned. Ideally, we would look for signs of acceleration, constant velocity, or changes in velocity.

  1. Constant Velocity: If the graph is a straight line with a consistent slope, the horse is maintaining constant velocity.
  2. Increased Acceleration: If the graph shows a curve that becomes steeper, this indicates that the horse is increasing its acceleration.
  3. Constant Acceleration: If the graph is a straight line on a velocity vs. time graph (diagonal), then the horse is maintaining constant acceleration.
  4. Decreased Velocity: If the graph slopes downward (a negative slope), the horse is decreasing its velocity.

Without seeing the graph, it's impossible to definitively say which statement is true. However, you can determine the correct answer by identifying the shape and slant of the graph. Based on your observations, choose the statement that best describes what you see. If you describe the graph to me, I might help you analyze it.