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V = x/t (Velocity equation)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated September 2025

Definition

The velocity equation, V = x/t, calculates the speed of an object by dividing the distance traveled (x) by the time taken (t).

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