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 (B)</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 (D)</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. (C)</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. (A)</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. (A)</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. (B)</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. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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