Speed Flashcards
1
Q
Speed
A
Average speed = Distance moved/ time taken
V = d/t
To find actual speed, discover how far an object moves in the shortest time.
2
Q
Velocity
A
The speed and direction of travel-shown by arrow. For motion in a straight line, use a + or - to indicate direction.
3
Q
Acceleration
A
a (average acceleration)=ΔV/Δt
Something is accelerating if it’s velocity is changing.
It is a vector.
