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title: "Position vs Time Graph — AP Physics 1 Definition & Guide"
description: "A position vs time graph plots an object's position against time, where slope equals velocity. Master it for AP Physics 1 Unit 1 kinematics and graph-reading FRQs."
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subject: "AP Physics 1"
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# Position vs Time Graph — AP Physics 1 Definition & Guide

## Definition

A position vs time graph is a visual representation that shows the relationship between an object's position and the time it takes to reach that position. It displays how an object's position changes over time.

## Review

### Related Terms

- Velocity vs Time Graph: This graph represents how an object's velocity changes over time. It shows whether an object is speeding up or slowing down based on its slope.
- [Acceleration](/ap-physics-1-revised/key-terms/acceleration): Acceleration measures how quickly an object's velocity changes over time. If an object is in free fall, it experiences constant acceleration due to gravity.
- [Displacement](/ap-physics-1-revised/key-terms/displacement): Displacement refers to the change in an object's position from its initial point to its final point. It can be positive or negative depending on direction.