Constant speed

Definition

Motion in which equal distances are travelled in equal intervals of time.

Used by Edexcel

Specification 2.7 · Paper 1

A straight sloping line has a constant gradient, so it represents constant speed. A steeper line represents a larger change in distance each second and therefore a greater speed.
Revise: Distance/Time Graphs

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GCSE Physics · key term

Motion in which equal distances are travelled in equal intervals of time.

Used by Edexcel

Specification 2.7 · Paper 1

A straight sloping line has a constant gradient, so it represents constant speed. A steeper line represents a larger change in distance each second and therefore a greater speed.
Revise: Distance/Time Graphs

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