Question

for 40.0 seconds, shane was hang gliding at a constant velocity. in that time, he moved 488 meters to the southeast. what was his velocity? write your answer to the tenths place. meters per second to the southeast submit

Explanation:

Step1: Recall velocity formula

Velocity = distance / time

Step2: Plug in values

Distance = 488 m, time = 40.0 s
Velocity = $\frac{488}{40.0}$

Step3: Calculate and round

$\frac{488}{40.0} = 12.2$

Answer:

12.2 meters per second to the southeast