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What are the 5 key kinematics equations?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
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The five essential kinematics equations are:

  1. v = u + at (velocity-time relation)
  2. s = ut + ½at² (displacement-time relation)
  3. v² = u² + 2as (velocity-displacement relation)
  4. s = (u + v)t / 2 (average velocity relation)
  5. s = vt - ½at² (alternative displacement formula)

Each equation uses different combinations of the five variables (u, v, a, t, s), allowing you to solve any kinematics problem when three variables are known.

General · Class 12