How Do You Calculate Average Velocity for Different Directions?

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To calculate average velocity, the formula V.av = displacement/time is used. In the scenario, a girl walks 5.0 km west and then 2.0 km east, resulting in a total displacement of 3.0 km west. The total time taken is 1.2 hours, leading to an average velocity of 2.5 km/h west. Displacement is defined as the shortest distance between the starting and ending points. Understanding these concepts is crucial for solving problems involving motion in different directions.
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girl walks 5.0 km [w] then 2.0 km [e] in 1.2h.
determine averagee velocity. Please show work
 
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and can we also find displacement
 
Do you know the formula of how to find average velocity?

Do you know the definition of displacement?
 
PhizKid said:
Do you know the formula of how to find average velocity?

Do you know the definition of displacement?

yes, V.av = displacement/time

displacement is the shortest length between 2 points.
 
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