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An object travels $10$ km at a speed of $100$ m/sec and another $10$ km at $50$ m/sec. The average speed over the whole distance is
An object travels $10$ km at a speed of $100$ m/sec and another $10$ km at $50$ m/sec. The average speed over the whole distance is
Updated On: Jul 5, 2022
- $ 75 \,m/sec$
- $ 55 \,m/sec$
- $ 66.7 \,m/sec$
- $ 33.3 \,m/sec$
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The Correct Option is C
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Answer (c) $ 66.7 \,m/sec$
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Concepts Used:
Speed and Velocity
The rate at which an object covers a certain distance is commonly known as speed.
The rate at which an object changes position in a certain direction is called velocity.
Difference Between Speed and Velocity:
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