Homework help: Distance and time calculation

In summary, to calculate distance and time, you can use the formula: Distance = Speed x Time. Speed and velocity are not the same, as velocity takes into account both speed and direction. To convert units of measurement for distance and time, you can use conversion factors. Average speed is the total distance divided by total time, while instantaneous speed is the speed at a specific moment. Distance directly affects time and speed, as a longer distance may require a change in speed to maintain a certain time.
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Ayesha Shafique
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1. If a cyclist travels at 9 km/hour what distance will he cover in 30 seconds?2. a) 75 m b) 7.5 m c)15 m d) 150 m3. My guess is that its 75 m.
 
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Ayesha Shafique said:
1. If a cyclist travels at 9 km/hour what distance will he cover in 30 seconds?2. a) 75 m b) 7.5 m c)15 m d) 150 m3. My guess is that its 75 m.
Guess or calculation?
 
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Change km to meter and hour to second then to the calculations
 
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haruspex said:
Guess or calculation?
Calculation.
 
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Thats true
 
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Ayesha Shafique said:
Calculation.
It would be better to show that calculation rather than just saying "guess"!
 

Related to Homework help: Distance and time calculation

1. How do I calculate distance and time?

To calculate distance and time, you need to use the formula: Distance = Speed x Time. This means that if you know the speed of an object and the time it has been traveling, you can determine the distance it has covered.

2. What is the difference between speed and velocity?

Speed and velocity are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Speed is a measure of how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a measure of how fast an object is moving in a specific direction. In other words, velocity takes into account both the speed and direction of an object's motion.

3. How can I convert units of measurement for distance and time?

To convert units of measurement for distance and time, you can use conversion factors. For example, to convert from miles per hour to kilometers per hour, you can use the conversion factor 1 mile = 1.609 kilometers. Similarly, to convert from hours to minutes, you can use the conversion factor 1 hour = 60 minutes.

4. What is the difference between average speed and instantaneous speed?

Average speed is the total distance traveled divided by the total time taken, while instantaneous speed is the speed at a specific moment in time. In other words, average speed gives an overall picture of an object's speed, while instantaneous speed gives a more specific and instantaneous measure.

5. How does distance affect time and speed?

The distance an object travels directly affects its time and speed. The greater the distance, the longer the time it will take to cover that distance, and the faster the speed, the shorter the time it will take to cover the distance. Additionally, changes in distance can also affect an object's speed, as a longer distance may require a change in speed to maintain a certain time.

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