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Calculating Speed
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What is the formula for calculating speed?

v=dtv = \frac{d}{t}

Which equation correctly shows speed calculation in word form?

speed = distance/time

What is the SI unit for speed?

metres per second (m/s)

What is the SI unit for distance in the speed formula?

metres (m)

What is the SI unit for time in the speed formula?

seconds (s)

What is the symbol used for speed in the formula?

vv

How do you calculate average speed for non-uniform motion?

total distance/total time

What must you work out first when finding average speed for non-uniform motion?

total time and total distance

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