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A cyclist completes a journey. For the first third of the distance, they travel at a constant speed of 30 km/h. For the second third, their speed is 20 km/h, and for the final third, they average 10 km/h. What is the cyclist’s average speed over the entire journey?
A cyclist completes a journey. For the first third of the distance, they travel at a constant speed of 30 km/h. For the second third, their speed is 20 km/h, and for the final third, they average 10 km/h. What is the cyclist’s average speed over the entire journey?
- 18 km/h
- 20 km/h
- 16.36 km/h (correct)
- 17.14 km/h
Two cars start traveling towards each other from points A and B, which are 200 km apart. Car A travels at 60 km/h and Car B travels at 40 km/h. If both cars start at the same time, how far from point A will they meet?
Two cars start traveling towards each other from points A and B, which are 200 km apart. Car A travels at 60 km/h and Car B travels at 40 km/h. If both cars start at the same time, how far from point A will they meet?
- 80 km
- 140 km
- 100 km
- 120 km (correct)
A train leaves Station X at 08:00 traveling towards Station Y at a constant speed of 80 km/h. Another train leaves Station Y at 09:00 traveling towards Station X at 100 km/h. If the distance between the two stations is 440 km, at what time will the two trains pass each other?
A train leaves Station X at 08:00 traveling towards Station Y at a constant speed of 80 km/h. Another train leaves Station Y at 09:00 traveling towards Station X at 100 km/h. If the distance between the two stations is 440 km, at what time will the two trains pass each other?
- 11:00 (correct)
- 12:00
- 10:30
- 11:30
A drone flies a route. It travels 5km North, then 12km East, then climbs 2km vertically. What is the straight line distance from the start point to the end point?
A drone flies a route. It travels 5km North, then 12km East, then climbs 2km vertically. What is the straight line distance from the start point to the end point?
You're navigating using a map with a scale of 1:50,000. On the map, the distance between your location and a known landmark measures 8 cm. How far away are you from the landmark in real life, expressed in kilometers?
You're navigating using a map with a scale of 1:50,000. On the map, the distance between your location and a known landmark measures 8 cm. How far away are you from the landmark in real life, expressed in kilometers?
A cartographer is creating a map of a remote mountain range. They need to represent the area with enough detail for hikers to navigate using landmarks and estimate distances accurately. Which map scale would be most appropriate for this purpose?
A cartographer is creating a map of a remote mountain range. They need to represent the area with enough detail for hikers to navigate using landmarks and estimate distances accurately. Which map scale would be most appropriate for this purpose?
An archaeologist discovers a historical map with only area references to mark the locations of ancient settlements. These references describe settlements as being 'near the great river' or 'close to the old oak'. What is the main limitation of using these area references for precisely locating these settlements in modern times?
An archaeologist discovers a historical map with only area references to mark the locations of ancient settlements. These references describe settlements as being 'near the great river' or 'close to the old oak'. What is the main limitation of using these area references for precisely locating these settlements in modern times?
A search and rescue team is dispatched to locate a lost hiker in a dense forest. The last known location of the hiker was communicated using a grid reference. Which of the following statements best describes the advantage of using grid references over area references in this situation?
A search and rescue team is dispatched to locate a lost hiker in a dense forest. The last known location of the hiker was communicated using a grid reference. Which of the following statements best describes the advantage of using grid references over area references in this situation?
A high-speed train travels between two cities that are 500 kilometers apart. Due to track maintenance, the train must reduce its speed to 100 km/h for a 50-kilometer section of the journey. If the train normally travels at 250 km/h, how much additional time, in minutes, will the track maintenance add to the total journey?
A high-speed train travels between two cities that are 500 kilometers apart. Due to track maintenance, the train must reduce its speed to 100 km/h for a 50-kilometer section of the journey. If the train normally travels at 250 km/h, how much additional time, in minutes, will the track maintenance add to the total journey?
A team of surveyors is using a map with a scale of 1:50,000 to plan a new highway. On the map, the distance between two points measures 8 cm. However, they later discover that the map has shrunk by 5% due to improper storage. What is the actual ground distance in kilometers between the two points, taking into account the map shrinkage?
A team of surveyors is using a map with a scale of 1:50,000 to plan a new highway. On the map, the distance between two points measures 8 cm. However, they later discover that the map has shrunk by 5% due to improper storage. What is the actual ground distance in kilometers between the two points, taking into account the map shrinkage?
Flashcards
Speed
Speed
The rate at which an object moves.
Distance
Distance
The length of the path traveled by an object.
Time
Time
The duration of an event.
Average Speed
Average Speed
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Instantaneous Speed
Instantaneous Speed
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Area Referencing
Area Referencing
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Grid Referencing
Grid Referencing
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Map Scale
Map Scale
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Large-Scale Map
Large-Scale Map
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Small-Scale Map
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Study Notes
- Area referencing and grid referencing are methods used to locate features on maps.
- Scale relates distances on a map to corresponding distances on the ground.
- Speed, distance, and time are related by formulas, with calculations essential in navigation and travel planning.
Area Referencing
- Area referencing is a general method to specify a location within a defined area.
- It involves describing the location of a feature relative to surrounding landmarks or boundaries.
- Area referencing provides an approximate location.
- It is commonly used in verbal descriptions or informal communication.
- Example usages can include referencing an accident being 'near the town hall'
Grid Referencing
- Grid referencing is a precise method of locating points on a map using a grid coordinate system.
- Maps are overlaid with a grid, typically based on the northings and eastings.
- Grid lines define the grid squares.
- Each grid square is identified by a unique numerical or alphanumerical identifier.
- Grid references usually involve specifying the easting and northing coordinates of a point.
- Grid references are useful for accurately locating features in fields such as surveying, navigation, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Grid references are more accurate than area references.
- Grid references enable consistent communication of locations between different parties.
Map Scale
- Map scale represents the ratio between a distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground.
- It indicates how much the real world has been reduced to fit on the map.
- Map scale is typically expressed as a representative fraction (e.g., 1:10,000) or as a verbal statement (e.g., "1 cm represents 1 km").
- A large-scale map (e.g., 1:1,000) shows a small area with great detail.
- A small-scale map (e.g., 1:1,000,000) shows a large area with less detail.
- Map scale affects the level of detail and the extent of coverage on a map.
- It influences the choice of map for different purposes.
- For example, a detailed street map requires a larger scale than a world map.
- Understanding map scale is essential for accurate distance measurement and spatial analysis.
Speed, Distance, and Time
- Speed, distance, and time are fundamental concepts in physics and everyday life.
- They are mathematically related by the formula: Speed = Distance / Time.
- This formula can be rearranged to solve for distance (Distance = Speed × Time) or time (Time = Distance / Speed).
Speed
- Speed is the rate at which an object moves, typically measured in units such as meters per second (m/s), kilometers per hour (km/h), or miles per hour (mph).
- It indicates how quickly an object is changing its position.
- Average speed is the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken.
- Instantaneous speed is the speed of an object at a specific moment in time.
Distance
- Distance is the length of the path traveled by an object, typically measured in units such as meters (m), kilometers (km), or miles (mi).
- It represents the spatial separation between two points.
- Distance can be measured along a straight line (Euclidean distance) or along a curved path.
Time
- Time is the duration of an event or the interval between two points in time, typically measured in units such as seconds (s), minutes (min), hours (h), or days.
- It is a fundamental dimension used to quantify the order and duration of events.
Relationships
- The relationships between speed, distance, and time are essential for solving various problems in physics, navigation, and everyday life.
- For example, calculating travel time, determining the speed of a moving object, and planning routes.
- Understanding these relationships enables accurate predictions and efficient decision-making in many practical scenarios.
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Description
Explains area and grid referencing methods used in maps. Details the importance of scale, linking map distances to real-world distances. Describes the relation between speed, distance and time using formulas.
