Speed and Acceleration Flashcard

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What is speed?

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

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How do you calculate speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate of change of velocity per unit of time, measured in meters per second squared (m/s²).

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How do you calculate acceleration?

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

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What is the formula to find distance?

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Distance = Speed x Time.

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If a cyclist rides 90 miles at a speed of 15 mph, how long does the ride take?

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5 hours.

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A cyclist travels 30 miles in 1.5 hours. What is the cyclist's average speed?

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20 mph.

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An airplane flies 600 miles in 2 hours and 30 minutes. What is its speed in miles per hour?

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240 mph.

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What is the unit of speed in the metric system?

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Meters per second (m/s).

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What is the unit of acceleration?

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Meters per second squared (m/s²).