NEET Physics · Hard

Motion in a Straight Line: Graphs Interpretation MCQ

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Graphs InterpretationHardQuestion 5236

Question

A particle's x-t graph is an upward-opening parabola. This means the particle has:
  1. A
    Constant positive velocity
  2. B
    Increasing positive acceleration
  3. C
    Constant positive acceleration
    Correct
  4. D
    Decreasing velocity

Correct answer

Constant positive acceleration

Explanation

x = ut + ½at² is a parabola. An upward-opening parabola indicates constant positive acceleration.