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Force-time graph

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A graphical representation of force as a function of time, where the area under the curve represents the impulse delivered to an object.

AP course connection

Topic 4.2: 4.2 Change in Momentum and Impulse

Unit 4

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