Understanding Position, Direction, and Motion

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What is motion?

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Motion is when an object's position has changed.

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What does 'relative' mean?

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Relative means compared to.

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What is speed?

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Speed is how slow or fast something can move.

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What is direction?

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Direction is the way an object faces, such as north, south, or towards the window.

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What is position?

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Position is the exact place where an object is.

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What is distance?

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Distance is the amount of space between two points.

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What is the difference between speed and velocity?

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Speed is how fast something moves, while velocity includes both speed and direction.

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What is a reference point?

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A reference point is a stationary object used to determine the position of another object.

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What is the formula for speed?

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Speed = Distance ÷ Time.

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What is acceleration?

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Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its speed or direction.