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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Introduction to Motion

Question 7 • AA-F26 Physical Science

How is velocity different from speed?

Answer
A
Velocity is based on distance.
B
Velocity includes direction.
C
Velocity can be an average or instantaneous.

Explanation

Velocity includes both how fast something moves and the direction of its motion. Speed describes how fast something moves without specifying direction, so “Velocity includes direction” is the correct choice. Both speed and velocity can be described as average or instantaneous, so choice C does not distinguish them.

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