If you travel 20 miles from home to school in 30 minutes, what is your average velocity?
A) 20 mph
B) 40 mph
C) 0.7 mph
D) 5 mph
E) 600 mph

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Average velocity is calculated by dividing the total displacement by the total time taken. In this case, the displacement is 20 miles (since the starting and ending points are the same), and the time taken is 30 minutes (or 0.5 hours). So,

Average velocity = displacement / time taken
Average velocity = 20 miles / 0.5 hours
Average velocity = 40 mph

Therefore, the correct answer is B - 40 mph.

If You Travel 20 Miles from Home to School in 30