Comparing Velocity and Speed
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Which term gives an idea of how fast or slow an object is moving?

  • Distance
  • Time
  • Acceleration
  • Speed (correct)

    • In which scenario is it difficult to determine which of two objects is moving faster?

  • When they are on different roads
  • When they are moving in opposite directions (correct)
  • When they are stationary
  • When they are moving in the same direction

    • Why is the concept of velocity helpful when determining which object is moving faster?

  • Velocity includes direction of motion (correct)
  • Velocity is always greater than speed
  • Velocity is measured in kilometers per hour
  • Velocity measures the distance traveled

    • What is the main difference between speed and velocity?

    <p>Velocity includes magnitude and direction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If two objects are moving on the same road in the same direction, how can you easily tell which is faster?

    <p>By observing their positions relative to each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between speed and velocity?

    <p>Speed gives the idea of how fast, but velocity includes direction as well.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can instantaneous velocity be defined?

    <p>The velocity of a body at any given moment in time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is average velocity always less than or equal to average speed?

    <p>Displacement can never exceed distance traveled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Jewel's school commute, what does the average velocity help determine?

    <p>The rate at which Jewel covers the distance between home and school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately distinguishes between speed and velocity in terms of quantity type?

    <p>Speed is always positive, while velocity can be negative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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