How Do You Calculate Average Velocity for Different Directions?

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The discussion revolves around calculating average velocity in the context of a girl walking different distances in specified directions. The subject area includes kinematics and vector analysis.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants explore the calculation of average velocity and displacement, with some questioning the definitions and formulas related to these concepts.

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There is an ongoing exploration of the relevant formulas and definitions, with some participants providing insights into the relationship between displacement and average velocity. However, no consensus has been reached on the specific calculations or methods to apply.

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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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