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Velocity

A truck travels from point A to B in 3 hours. It returns back to point A in 5 hours. Points A and B are 150 miles apart along a straight road. Which of the following statements most accurately describes the motion of the car?

  • The total displacement of the trip is 300 miles.
  • The average speed is 37.5 miles per hour
  • The car travels at 50 mph for the first half and 30 mph for the second half.
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The average speed is 37.5 miles per hour