Calculate the Change in Velocity of a Van

In summary, the conversation is about finding the change in velocity of a van that is traveling north at 28ms-1 and then turns to a heading of 40 degrees east of north at 25ms-1. The change in velocity is the vector that, when added to the initial velocity, gives the final velocity. It is important for posters to show their prior working in order to receive help on the forum.
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michael_google
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can anyone help me:


a van is traveling north at a speed of 28ms-1. after turning a corner its heading is 40 degrees east of north at 25ms-1. workout the change in velocity of the van
 
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Welcome to PF michael,

Could you please post what you have attempted thus far.

~H
 
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The change in the velocity is the velocity vector that when it is added to the initial velocity one would get the final velocity. That is the initial velocity vector plus the change in the velocity vector gives one the final velocity vector.
 
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andrevdh said:
The change in the velocity is the velocity vector that when it is added to the initial velocity one would get the final velocity. That is the initial velocity vector plus the change in the velocity vector gives one the final velocity vector.

andrevdh,

Please do not provide help to posters who do not show any prior working, it is both contrary to the forum guidelines and the ethos of the Science Education forums.

~H
 

1. How do you calculate the change in velocity of a van?

To calculate the change in velocity of a van, you need to know its initial velocity and its final velocity. Then, subtract the initial velocity from the final velocity to get the change in velocity.

2. What is the formula for calculating change in velocity?

The formula for calculating change in velocity is: ∆v = vf - vi, where ∆v is the change in velocity, vf is the final velocity, and vi is the initial velocity.

3. Can you explain the concept of change in velocity?

Change in velocity is a measure of the difference between an object's initial velocity and its final velocity. It can be positive or negative, depending on whether the object is speeding up or slowing down.

4. How can change in velocity be used to measure an object's acceleration?

Change in velocity can be used to measure an object's acceleration by dividing it by the time it took for the change to occur. This gives us the average acceleration of the object over that time period.

5. What factors can affect the change in velocity of a van?

The change in velocity of a van can be affected by various factors such as the force applied to the van, the mass of the van, and any external forces acting on the van, such as friction or air resistance.

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