On a graph that shows velocity on the vertical axis and time on the horizontal axis, the area under the curve represents
A) average acceleration.
B) average velocity.
C) displacement.
D) average speed.
E) no useful physical quantity.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The area under the curve on a velocity vs time graph represents the displacement of the object. This is because displacement is equal to the area under the curve on a velocity vs time graph. Therefore, the answer is C, displacement.

On a Graph That Shows Velocity on the Vertical Axis