Vector math for a cyclist: displacement, average velocity and acceleration

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Start date Oct 23, 2016
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Acceleration Average Average velocity Displacement Vector Vector addition Velocity

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The discussion focuses on vector math concepts relevant to cycling, specifically displacement, average velocity, and acceleration. Participants confirm correctness in parts a), b), and c) of a problem but point out confusion in part d) regarding the distinction between change in velocity and change in position. The conversation emphasizes that change in velocity is crucial for understanding acceleration. Further clarification is sought for parts e) and f) concerning the calculation of change in velocity. Understanding these concepts is essential for accurately solving related physics problems.

Oct 23, 2016

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You have a), b) and c) correct.
In d) you seem to have become confused between change in velocity and change in position. Change in velocity is only interesting when you get on to the acceleration questions.
For e) and f), what is the change in velocity?

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