Calculating Velocity
9th GradePhysics40 min
aligned to Ngss Hs-ps2-1
Learning Objective
I can calculate the velocity of an object using distance and time.
Lesson Flow
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Speed is the distance an object travels per unit of time, while velocity is speed with a direction.
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The formula for speed is speed equals distance divided by time.
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If a student runs 250 meters in 30 seconds, their speed is 8.33 meters per second. A car that traveled 75 kilometers North in 1.5 hours has a velocity of 50 kilometers per hour North.
Practice
8 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“A cyclist rides their bike 100 meters in 25 seconds. What is the cyclist's velocity?”
Teacher Guide
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