to the left from the pitcher’s mound. This information best describes which term, speed or velocity?(1 point)
Responses
Velocity is described because the displacement of the ball is the same as the distance it travels.
Velocity is described because the displacement of the ball is the same as the distance it travels.
Velocity is described because direction and speed are given.
Velocity is described because direction and speed are given.
Speed is described because displacement and direction are given.
Speed is described because displacement and direction are given.
The speed shown is not affected by direction, so velocity is not shown.
1 answer
The correct response is:
Velocity is described because direction and speed are given.
Velocity is a vector quantity, meaning it includes both magnitude (speed) and direction. In this case, the softball is thrown at a speed of 72 m/s to the left, which signifies both the speed and its directional component.
