Speed, Velocity, Acceleration

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What is speed?

Back

Speed refers to how fast an object is moving, measured as distance traveled over time.

Front

What is velocity?

Back

Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction.

Front

What is acceleration?

Back

Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity, which can involve speeding up, slowing down, or changing direction.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of acceleration?

Back

An object is in constant motion.

Front

What two factors does velocity depend on?

Back

Velocity depends on speed and direction.

Front

Is a car driving 55 miles per hour south an example of velocity?

Back

Yes, because it includes both speed and direction.

Front

What happens to an object's speed if it accelerates?

Back

The object's speed increases.

Front

What happens to an object's speed if it decelerates?

Back

The object's speed decreases.

Front

Can an object accelerate if it is moving at a constant speed?

Back

Yes, if it changes direction, it is still accelerating.

Front

What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

Back

Acceleration = (Final Velocity - Initial Velocity) / Time.