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  • Speed vs. Acceleration: Understanding the Correct Formula
    No, that's incorrect. To determine the speed of an object, you divide distance by time, not acceleration.

    Here's why:

    * Speed is the rate at which an object changes its position. It is calculated as the distance traveled divided by the time taken.

    * Acceleration is the rate at which an object changes its velocity (speed and direction). It is calculated as the change in velocity divided by the time taken.

    Formula for speed:

    Speed = Distance / Time

    Example:

    If a car travels 100 kilometers in 2 hours, its speed is:

    Speed = 100 km / 2 hours = 50 km/h

    Let me know if you have any other questions.

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