Question detail
How is speed defined in physics?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The distance traveled per unit time
- B. The rate of change of velocity
- C. The distance moved in a specific direction
- D. The total distance divided by total time
Answer
The distance traveled per unit time
Explanation
Speed is defined as the distance traveled per unit of time, indicating how fast an object is moving.
Common mistake
Confusing Distance with Displacement
Students often confuse distance with displacement, thinking they are the same because both relate to how far an object moves.
Emphasize that distance is a scalar quantity representing how far an object has traveled, regardless of direction, while displacement is a vector quantity that includes both distance and direction from the starting point.
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