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What best defines average speed?

GeneralClass 12AllAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Average speed is the total distance covered divided by the total time taken, regardless of variations in speed during the journey. It represents a single value that describes the overall rate of motion. Unlike instantaneous speed (which measures speed at a specific moment), average speed gives you the big picture of how fast something traveled over an entire trip.

General · Class 12