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  • Velocity vs. Speed: Understanding the Difference
    Velocity is a vector quantity, while speed is a scalar quantity.

    Velocity has both magnitude (speed) and direction, while speed only has magnitude.

    Example:

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

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

    Key Differences:

    | Feature | Speed | Velocity |

    |---|---|---|

    | Magnitude | Yes | Yes |

    | Direction | No | Yes |

    | Type | Scalar | Vector |

    In summary, velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction, while speed is a scalar quantity that only includes magnitude.

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