Question

3 what is the instantaneous velocity of an object? graph 1 a the total distance traveled divided by the time taken b the change in position divided by the time taken c the speed and direction of an object at a particular instant d the average velocity over a specific time interval

Explanation:

• Option A: This is the formula for average speed, not instantaneous velocity.
• Option B: This is the formula for average velocity.
• Option C: Instantaneous velocity is defined as the speed and direction of an object at a particular instant.
• Option D: This is the definition of average velocity over a time interval.

Answer:

C. The speed and direction of an object at a particular instant