Average Velocity: Solve 1.00*10É2(N), 1.50*10É2m(S), 5.0*10É1(E) @ 40 m/s

In summary, to find the average velocity in this scenario, you would first add the north and south displacement vectors, then add the final displacement vector. This will give you the total displacement. Then, using the average speed, you can determine the time spent on each leg. Finally, using the total time and final displacement, you can calculate the average velocity.
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Homework Statement


A person runs 1.00*10É2m(N), 1.50*10É2m(S) and finaly 5.0*10É1(E). If the average speed is 40m/s, what is the average velocity.

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The Attempt at a Solution


1.00*10É2(N)
1.50*10É2m(S)
5.0*10É1(E)

you start out by adding the north and south vectors which gives you 50m(S) i don't know wat to do after that
 
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Add the last displacement vector. Then find the magnitude, this is the total displacement.

Using the average speed you can find the time spend on each leg. Now use the total time and the final displacement to get an average velocity.
 
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magnitude?

How do i find the magnitude?
 

FAQ: Average Velocity: Solve 1.00*10É2(N), 1.50*10É2m(S), 5.0*10É1(E) @ 40 m/s

What is average velocity?

Average velocity is a measure of the displacement of an object over a specified period of time. It takes into account both the direction and magnitude of the displacement.

How do you calculate average velocity?

Average velocity is calculated by dividing the total displacement by the total time taken. In this case, it would be (1.50*10É2m - 1.00*10É2m + 5.0*10É1m) / (40 m/s) = 2.25 m/s.

What do the numbers and letters in the given equation represent?

The numbers represent the distance traveled in each direction (north, south, east) and the letters indicate the direction (N for north, S for south, E for east). The @ symbol indicates the starting point and the 40 m/s is the average speed of the object.

What are the units for average velocity?

Average velocity is typically measured in meters per second (m/s) or other distance over time units such as kilometers per hour (km/h) or feet per second (ft/s).

What other factors may impact average velocity?

Other factors that may impact average velocity include changes in speed or direction during the specified time period, external forces acting on the object, and the type of motion (e.g. linear, circular, etc.).

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