To determine during which time segment the object is moving forward but slowing down, we need to analyze the velocity vs. time graph. An object is moving forward when the velocity is positive (above the time axis), and it is slowing down when the velocity is decreasing over time, which is indicated by a downward slope on the graph.
Here is how to analyze each segment:
- Segment A: If the velocity is positive and decreasing, the object is moving forward but slowing down.
- Segment B: If the velocity is constant or increasing, the object is either moving forward without slowing down or accelerating.
- Segment C: If the velocity is negative, the object is moving backward, not forward.
- Segment D: Again, if the velocity is positive and decreasing, the object is moving forward but slowing down.
From this analysis, look for the segment where the velocity is above zero and the slope of the line is decreasing.
Please refer to the specific graph you have to identify the correct segment. If segment A or D meets both conditions (positive velocity and decreasing), that would be the correct answer.