Calculating Speed

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What is speed?

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

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How do you calculate speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

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What is the unit of speed in the metric system?

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The unit of speed in the metric system is meters per second (m/s).

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Convert 1 km/h to m/s.

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1 km/h = 0.27778 m/s.

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If a car travels 120 km in 2 hours, what is its speed?

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Speed = 120 km ÷ 2 hours = 60 km/h.

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What is average speed?

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Average speed is the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken.

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If a runner completes a 400 m track in 50 seconds, what is their speed?

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Speed = 400 m ÷ 50 s = 8 m/s.

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What is the speed of a bicycle that travels 300 meters in 30 seconds?

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Speed = 300 m ÷ 30 s = 10 m/s.

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How do you convert seconds to hours?

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To convert seconds to hours, divide the number of seconds by 3600.

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If a train travels 180 km in 3 hours, what is its average speed?

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Average speed = 180 km ÷ 3 hours = 60 km/h.