Rates of Change and Kinematics

What this note covers

1. Average vs Instantaneous Rates of Change
2. Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration: The Core Relationships
3. Interpreting the Sign of Velocity
4. Interpreting the Sign and Magnitude of Acceleration
5. Constructing and Interpreting Motion Diagrams
6. Rates of Change Beyond Kinematics: Other Applied Contexts
7. Exam Strategy and Common Pitfalls for Band A Performance

7 sections · 12 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes