How to read the graph
Steeper line = faster motion
Horizontal line = stopped
Changing steepness = changing speed

Constant speed: straight rising line

Drag to pan • wheel to zoom • tap the traveler to focus

Distance–Time Graph Explorer

Connect realistic journeys to graph shape and slope.

A straight slope means constant speed

Each second adds the same amount of distance.

Journey example

Base speed2.0 m/s

Simulation speed1×

Zoom100%

Elapsed time0.0 s

Distance traveled0.0 m

Current speed2.0 m/s

Graph meaningMoving steadily

Distance versus timeSlope represents speed

Focused objectTraveler

Axes

Time is plotted horizontally. Total distance traveled is plotted vertically. Distance never decreases because it records the entire path traveled.

Interpreting slope

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