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What is the unit of measurement for acceleration?
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Forces and motion
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What is the unit of measurement for acceleration?
Answer
Acceleration is measured in metres per second squared (m/s²).
Explanation
This question tests the student's understanding of the fundamental unit associated with acceleration, which is crucial in physics for describing how quickly an object's velocity changes.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Acceleration Units
Students often confuse the units of acceleration, stating it as metres per second (m/s) instead of metres per second squared (m/s²).
Remember that acceleration is the rate of change of velocity, which requires the time component to be squared in the units. Always express acceleration as m/s².
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