Speed and Velocity Practice Flashcard

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed describes how fast something is going, whereas velocity describes how fast something is going and in which direction.

Front

If a person walked at 2 m/s for 12 seconds, how far would they travel?

Back

24 meters.

Front

How do you calculate average speed?

Back

Total distance divided by total time.

Front

What is instantaneous speed?

Back

The speed at any instant of time.

Front

What is the formula to find velocity?

Back

Velocity = Distance / Time, including direction.

Front

What unit is commonly used to measure speed?

Back

Meters per second (m/s) or miles per hour (mph).

Front

If a car travels 150 miles in 3 hours, what is its average speed?

Back

50 mph.

Front

What does a negative velocity indicate?

Back

It indicates that the object is moving in the opposite direction.

Front

What is the relationship between speed, distance, and time?

Back

Distance = Speed x Time.

Front

What is the difference between constant speed and average speed?

Back

Constant speed means the speed does not change, while average speed is the total distance divided by total time over a period.