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How is the speed of the girl usually written in terms of units?
Why is the equation 'speed = 5 m/s 2' considered incorrect?
What is a physical quantity made up of?
How is the speed calculated using distance and time?
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What is the unit of speed in the given context?
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Study Notes
Speed of a Girl
- Speed is typically expressed in units such as meters per second (m/s), kilometers per hour (km/h), or miles per hour (mph).
Equation Issues
- The equation 'speed = 5 m/s 2' is incorrect because speed is a scalar quantity and should not have units of acceleration (m/s²). It should simply state speed as '5 m/s'.
Physical Quantity Components
- A physical quantity consists of a numerical value and a unit, representing measurable attributes of an object or phenomenon (e.g., length, mass, time).
Calculating Speed
- Speed is calculated using the formula: Speed = Distance / Time. This means if you know the total distance traveled and the time taken, you can determine the speed.
Unit of Speed
- In the given context, the unit of speed is universally accepted as meters per second (m/s), which quantifies the distance traveled in meters over a time period in seconds.
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Description
Test your understanding of physical quantities and units with this quiz. Explore how to interpret and manipulate measurements, including combining units in calculations.
