Average Velocity Calculator
Find the mean speed of an object moving with uniform acceleration. Enter your starting and ending velocities to find the average throughout the motion.
v_avg = (u + v) / 2
If an object speeds up from 10 m/s to 30 m/s: v_avg = (10 + 30) / 2 = 20 m/s.
What is average velocity in constant acceleration?
When an object moves with constant acceleration, the average velocity is simply the arithmetic mean of its initial velocity (u) and its final velocity (v).
What is the formula for average velocity?
For constant acceleration: v_avg = (u + v) / 2.
How is this different from v = d/t?
v = d/t calculates average velocity over a distance and time. This formula (u+v)/2 specifically calculates it using the start and end speeds when acceleration is uniform.
Can I use this for non-constant acceleration?
No. This specific arithmetic mean formula only works if the acceleration is constant throughout the time interval.
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📐 Formula
v_avg = (u + v) / 2
📝 Example Calculation
If an object speeds up from 10 m/s to 30 m/s: v_avg = (10 + 30) / 2 = 20 m/s.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is average velocity in constant acceleration?▼
When an object moves with constant acceleration, the average velocity is simply the arithmetic mean of its initial velocity (u) and its final velocity (v).
What is the formula for average velocity?▼
For constant acceleration: v_avg = (u + v) / 2.
How is this different from v = d/t?▼
v = d/t calculates average velocity over a distance and time. This formula (u+v)/2 specifically calculates it using the start and end speeds when acceleration is uniform.
Can I use this for non-constant acceleration?▼
No. This specific arithmetic mean formula only works if the acceleration is constant throughout the time interval.