Physics

Velocity

Calculate average velocity.

v = s / t

Formula Explanation

Velocity is displacement divided by time.

Variables Explained

v = velocity; s = displacement; t = time.

Solved Example

An object covers 100 m in 5 s. Find velocity.
v = 100 / 5 = 20 m/s.

Exam Tip

Use displacement, not total distance, for velocity.