Speed vs. Velocity

Front

What is velocity?

Back

Speed in a specific direction.

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

Speed is how fast an object is moving, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

Front

What does 88 m/s North represent?

Back

Velocity.

Front

What is the definition of speed in a given direction?

Back

Velocity.

Front

If a family travels East from San Antonio to Houston at 70 mph, what is this an example of?

Back

Velocity.

Front

A car traveling 300 miles in 5 hours is an example of what?

Back

Speed.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time.

Front

What is the unit of measurement for speed?

Back

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

Front

Can velocity be negative?

Back

Yes, if the object is moving in the opposite direction.

Front

What is constant speed?

Back

When an object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time.