Certainly! Here are the fraction formulas for speed, velocity, and acceleration, presented clearly:
1. Speed Formula
Speed is defined as the distance traveled divided by the time taken. The formula is:
\[ \text{Speed} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Time}} \]
2. Velocity Formula
Velocity, like speed, is the distance traveled per unit time, but it also incorporates direction. The formula is:
\[ \text{Velocity} = \frac{\text{Displacement}}{\text{Time}} \]
Where:
- Displacement is the straight-line distance between the starting and ending points, considering direction.
3. Acceleration Formula
Acceleration is the change in velocity per unit time. The formula is:
\[ \text{Acceleration} = \frac{\text{Change in velocity}}{\text{Time}} = \frac{\Delta v}{\Delta t} \]
Where:
- \(\Delta v\) is the change in velocity, which can be calculated as the final velocity minus the initial velocity (\(v_f - v_i\)).
- \(\Delta t\) is the change in time.
Examples
Here’s an example for each formula based on the descriptions you provided:
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Speed Example: If a car travels 120 km in 2 hours, then its speed is:
\[ \text{Speed} = \frac{120 \text{ km}}{2 \text{ hours}} = 60 \text{ km/h} \]
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Velocity Example: If a car moves 100 meters north in 5 seconds, its velocity is:
\[ \text{Velocity} = \frac{100 \text{ m North}}{5 \text{ s}} = 20 \text{ m/s North} \]
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Acceleration Example: If an object changes its velocity from 0 m/s to 20 m/s in 5 seconds, its acceleration is:
\[ \text{Acceleration} = \frac{20 \text{ m/s} - 0 \text{ m/s}}{5 \text{ seconds}} = 4 \text{ m/s}^2 \]
These formulas are fundamental in analyzing motion in physics! If you have more questions or need further explanations, feel free to ask.