Mathematics for IGCSE & O level - Graphs In Practical Situations (Section 6 - No. 30)

What is the physical meaning of a negative slope in a distance-time graph?

The object is slowing down.

The object is at rest.

The object is moving in the opposite direction.

The object's speed is increasing.

A negative slope indicates the object is moving towards its starting point, i.e., in the opposite direction or going backward.