linear kinematics Flashcards
1
Q
what is distance?
A
Refers to how far you have travelled from your start to finish position
2
Q
what is displacement?
A
Measures the overall change in position of a person
3
Q
what is speed?
A
- Measure of the distance an object travels per unit of time
- Representative of how quickly you cover a given distance
4
Q
what is velocity?
A
Speed in a given direction
5
Q
what is acceleration?
A
Rate at which the velocity of a body changes with respect to time.
