Understanding How to Calculate Speed

What is the formula for calculating speed?

• Speed = Distance ÷ Time

• Speed = Time ÷ Distance

• Speed = Distance × Time

• Speed = Time × Distance

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If a car travels 120 miles in 2 hours, what is its speed?

• 60 miles per hour

• 120 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour

• 240 miles per hour

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How do you calculate average speed?

• Total distance traveled divided by total time taken

• Total time taken divided by total distance traveled

• Distance traveled in the first hour

• Speed at the end of the journey

Why is understanding speed important in everyday life?

• It helps us plan trips and manage time better

• It allows us to travel faster

• It helps us win races

• It is only useful in science

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If you walk 15 miles in 3 hours, what is your speed?

• 5 miles per hour

• 3 miles per hour

• 15 miles per hour

• 45 miles per hour