S = D/t (Distance formula)
Definition
This formula represents the relationship between distance (D), speed (S), and time (t). It states that distance traveled is equal to speed multiplied by time.
Analogy
Think of driving in your car on a highway. If you maintain a constant speed for a certain amount of time, your total distance traveled will be equal to your speed multiplied by the time you spent driving.
Related terms
Speed: A measure of how fast an object is moving, calculated as distance divided by time.
Displacement: A vector quantity that refers to how far out of place an object is; it takes into account both magnitude and direction.
Time Interval: The difference between two points in time, used to measure duration or calculate rates.
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