The velocity of an object is the distance it travels per unit time. Suppose the cm velocity of a gliding bird is measured to be 285. Calculate the time it will take S the bird to travel 3.1 m. Be sure your answer has a unit symbol and the correct number of significant digits.

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The velocity of an object is the distance it travels per unit time. Suppose the
cm
velocity of a gliding bird is measured to be 285.
Calculate the time it will take
S
the bird to travel 3.1 m.
Be sure your answer has a unit symbol and the correct number of significant
digits.
Solution:
Write down the definition of velocity.
t
S
t =
Solve for time.
2
3.1 x 10
t =
Put in the data given.
S
285.
t = 1.088... S
Use the calculator.
Round to the correct number of significant
digits.
t = 1.088 s
Transcribed Image Text:The velocity of an object is the distance it travels per unit time. Suppose the cm velocity of a gliding bird is measured to be 285. Calculate the time it will take S the bird to travel 3.1 m. Be sure your answer has a unit symbol and the correct number of significant digits. Solution: Write down the definition of velocity. t S t = Solve for time. 2 3.1 x 10 t = Put in the data given. S 285. t = 1.088... S Use the calculator. Round to the correct number of significant digits. t = 1.088 s
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