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).

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What is the formula for calculating speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is a unit of distance?

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Common units of distance include meters (m), kilometers (km), and miles (mi).

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What is a unit of time?

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Common units of time include seconds (sec), minutes (min), and hours (hr).

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If a car travels 300 meters in 15 seconds, what is its speed?

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20 m/s.

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How do you convert speed from km/h to m/s?

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To convert km/h to m/s, divide the speed by 3.6.

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What information do you need to calculate speed?

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You need the distance traveled and the time taken.

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If a runner completes a 200 meter race in 20 seconds, what is her average speed?

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10 m/s.

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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 cyclist travels 50 km in 2 hours, what is their speed in km/h?

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25 km/h.