Average Velocity (v) = Displacement (Δx) / Time (Δt)
Here's what each part of the equation means:
* Average Velocity (v): The overall speed and direction of the object over a specific time interval.
* Displacement (Δx): The change in position of the object. It is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude (how much the object moved) and direction.
* Time (Δt): The duration of the time interval over which the displacement occurs.
Important Notes:
* This equation assumes that the object's motion is in a straight line. If the object's motion is not in a straight line, you would need to consider the vector nature of displacement and velocity.
* This equation gives the average velocity. The object's instantaneous velocity might vary throughout the time interval.
