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  • Final Velocity: Definition, Calculation & Examples - Physics Explained
    Final velocity is the velocity of an object at a specific point in time, typically at the end of a given time interval or after a particular event.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Velocity: Velocity is a vector quantity that describes both the speed and direction of an object's motion. It is typically measured in meters per second (m/s).

    * Final: This refers to the state of the object at the end of a considered period or event.

    Key Points:

    * Final velocity is a vector, meaning it has both magnitude (speed) and direction.

    * It is a changing quantity, meaning it can be different at different times.

    * The final velocity of an object can be positive or negative, depending on the direction of motion.

    Example:

    If a car accelerates from rest to a speed of 20 m/s in 5 seconds, its final velocity is 20 m/s.

    Formula:

    Final velocity (vf) can be calculated using the following formula:

    vf = vi + at

    where:

    * vi = initial velocity

    * a = acceleration

    * t = time

    Note: The formula assumes constant acceleration.

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