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  • Velocity vs. Speed: Understanding the Difference
    Velocity and speed are not the same, although they are related. Here's the breakdown:

    * Speed is a scalar quantity, meaning it only has magnitude (how fast something is moving). For example, a car traveling at 60 mph has a speed of 60 mph.

    * Velocity is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction. For example, a car traveling 60 mph east has a velocity of 60 mph east.

    Key Differences:

    * Direction: Velocity includes direction, while speed does not.

    * Changing Velocity: An object can have constant speed but changing velocity. For example, a car going around a circular track at a constant speed is still changing velocity because its direction is constantly changing.

    In summary:

    * Speed tells you how fast something is moving.

    * Velocity tells you how fast something is moving and in what direction.

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