Calculating Average Speed Check

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What is average speed?

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Average speed is defined as the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken to travel that distance. It is usually expressed in units such as meters per second (m/s) or meters per minute (m/m).

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How do you calculate average speed?

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To calculate average speed, use the formula: Average Speed = Total Distance / Total Time.

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If a person runs 240 meters in 30 minutes, how do you convert the time to seconds for speed calculation?

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To convert 30 minutes to seconds, multiply by 60: 30 minutes * 60 seconds/minute = 1800 seconds.

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What is the average speed of a football thrown 55 meters in 5 seconds?

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The average speed is calculated as 55 meters / 5 seconds = 11 m/s.

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If a student needs to travel 45 meters in 90 seconds, what is the required speed?

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The required speed is calculated as 45 meters / 90 seconds = 0.5 m/s.

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How do you convert speed from meters per minute to meters per second?

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To convert from meters per minute to meters per second, divide the speed by 60. For example, 100 m/m = 100 / 60 = 1.67 m/s.

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What is the average speed of a skateboarder who rides 1500 meters in 15 minutes?

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The average speed is calculated as 1500 meters / 15 minutes = 100 m/m.

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What units are commonly used to express average speed?

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Average speed is commonly expressed in meters per second (m/s) or meters per minute (m/m).

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How can you determine if a speed is fast or slow?

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To determine if a speed is fast or slow, compare it to typical speeds for similar activities or use benchmarks (e.g., average human running speed is about 3-6 m/s).

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What is the significance of the time variable in calculating average speed?

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The time variable is crucial because it allows for the calculation of speed by providing the duration over which the distance was traveled.