Speed Velocity and Acceleration

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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 velocity?

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Velocity is the speed of an object in a specific direction, also measured in meters per second (m/s).

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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 speed?

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Speed = Distance / Time.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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

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What does it mean for an object to be in motion?

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An object is in motion if its position changes relative to a reference point over time.

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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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What is instantaneous speed?

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Instantaneous speed is the speed of an object at a specific moment in time.

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What is a frame of reference?

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A frame of reference is a coordinate system used to measure the position and motion of objects.

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What is the formula for calculating acceleration?

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