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  • Understanding Velocity vs. Speed: A Unit Conversion Guide
    You're mixing up your units! Here's how to calculate velocity correctly:

    * Velocity is the rate of change of displacement, which is a vector quantity (meaning it has both magnitude and direction).

    * Speed is the rate of change of distance, which is a scalar quantity (meaning it only has magnitude).

    Here's the breakdown:

    * Distance: 100 meters (m)

    * Time: 150 seconds (s)

    * Velocity: We can't calculate velocity directly from distance and time. We need to know the direction of travel.

    To find velocity, you would use the following formula:

    * Velocity (v) = Displacement (d) / Time (t)

    Example:

    If someone walks 100 meters east in 150 seconds, then their velocity would be:

    * v = 100 m east / 150 s = 0.67 m/s east

    Key takeaway: Velocity requires both magnitude (speed) and direction.

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