Speed, Velocity, & Acceleration

Front

What is another word for distance divided by time?

Back

Speed

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time

Front

What occurs when an object speeds up, slows down, or changes direction?

Back

Acceleration

Front

How can you describe the speed and direction of an object?

Back

Velocity

Front

Can you calculate speed using only the time it takes to move?

Back

False

Front

What is the term for the rate at which an object changes its position?

Back

Speed

Front

What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Back

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

Front

What is the unit of measurement for speed in the metric system?

Back

Meters per second (m/s)

Front

If a car travels 100 meters in 5 seconds, what is its speed?

Back

Speed = 100 m / 5 s = 20 m/s

Front

What does a positive acceleration indicate?

Back

An increase in speed.