Chapter 3 Section 2 Homework
Speed and Velocity
Complete Sentences
Part 1:: Data Interpretation (6 Points)
In Gym Class today, Cody did 6 laps around the track.
(1 Lap = 2 miles)
Lap 1:
|
Lap 2:
| 16 min
Lap 3:
| 14 min
Lap 4:
| 10 min
Lap 5:
| 12 min
Lap 6:
| 6 min
What was his instantaneous speed for each lap?
What was his average speed overall?
Part 2: Calculation and Conversion (2 points)
Flash and Quicksilver decided to race each other to see who was faster.
The Flash posted on his blog that his fastest mile is 3,200 miles per hour (US Standard).
Quicksilver posted on his blog that his fastest mile is 5,000 kilometers per hour (SI standard).
Who is faster? (Show math work on separate piece of paper)
Part 3: What are the requirements to report velocity? (2 points)
