5.P.1.2

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What is speed?

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

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How do you calculate average speed?

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Average speed is calculated using the formula: Average Speed = Total Distance ÷ Total Time.

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If a car travels 60 miles in 1 hour, what is its speed?

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The speed is 60 miles per hour (mph).

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What is the formula for distance?

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Distance = Speed × Time.

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If a bus travels at an average speed of 70 km/h for 2 hours, how far does it travel?

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Distance = 70 km/h × 2 hours = 140 kilometers.

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What is the average speed of a duck that travels 300 meters in 10 minutes?

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Average speed = 300 meters ÷ (10 minutes × 60 seconds/minute) = 0.5 m/s.

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How long will it take to travel 120 miles at a speed of 60 mph?

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Time = Distance ÷ Speed = 120 miles ÷ 60 mph = 2 hours.

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What is the average speed of a cyclist who travels 1.5 miles in 12 minutes?

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Average speed = 1.5 miles ÷ (12 minutes × 1 hour/60 minutes) = 7.5 mph.

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If a model car travels 20 meters in 15 seconds, how far will it travel in 45 seconds?

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Distance = (20 meters ÷ 15 seconds) × 45 seconds = 60 meters.

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What is the average speed of a bus that travels 280 kilometers in 4 hours?

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Average speed = 280 km ÷ 4 hours = 70 km/h.