Speed Velocity and Acceleration

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What is the definition of speed?

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Speed is the distance traveled per unit of time, typically measured in meters per second (m/s) or miles per hour (mph).

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What is the definition of velocity?

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Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

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What are the two components of velocity?

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Speed and direction.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity of an object over time.

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

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Acceleration = (Final Velocity - Initial Velocity) / Time.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is a scalar quantity (magnitude only), while velocity is a vector quantity (magnitude and direction).

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What is an example of constant speed?

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A car traveling at a steady 60 miles per hour on a straight road.

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What is an example of velocity?

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A car driving 55 miles per hour south.

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What factors affect speed?

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Speed depends on distance traveled and the time taken to travel that distance.