The graph between the displacement $x$ and time $t$ for a particle moving in a straight line is shown in the figure. Determine the sign of the acceleration of the particle for the intervals $OA$,$AB$,$BC$,and $CD$ respectively.

  • A
    $+, 0, +, +$
  • B
    $-, 0, +, 0$
  • C
    $+, 0, -, +$
  • D
    $-, 0, -, 0$

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