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Physics Grade 9

How to calculate average speed

Use the average speed formula in a Grade 9 physics example. Preview the method, then sign in to see the full calculation and unit check.

The question

A cyclist travels 180 metres in 30 seconds. What is the average speed?

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Choose the distance–time relationship

Average speed is distance divided by time. With distance in metres and time in seconds, the answer is measured in metres per second (m/s).

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