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  • Understanding Velocity vs. Speed: Key Differences & Required Information
    Speed tells us how fast something is moving, but velocity tells us both speed and direction.

    Therefore, to know the velocity of something, you need to know:

    * Speed: How fast it is moving (e.g., 10 meters per second).

    * Direction: The direction it is moving in (e.g., north, south, east, west, or at a specific angle).

    For example:

    * Speed: A car is traveling at 60 miles per hour.

    * Velocity: A car is traveling at 60 miles per hour eastbound.

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