Chapter Seven, Lesson Two: Speed and Velocity Flashcards
1
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speed
A
The speed of an object is the distance the object moves per unit of time.
2
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average speed
A
To calculate average speed, divide the total distance traveled by the total time.
3
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instantaneous speed
A
Instantaneous speed is the speed at which an object is moving at a given instant in time.
4
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velocity
A
Speed in a given direction is called velocity.
5
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slope
A
The steepness of a line on a graph is called slope.
