Graphical Analysis: The motion of a particle is described in the velocity vs. time graph shown in the figure. Over the nine-second interval shown, we can say that the speed of the particle

A. only increases.
B. only decreases.
C. increases and then decreases.
D. decreases and then increases.
E. remains constant.


Answer: D

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