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Speed Time Distance Calculator

Basic Equations:

\[ \text{Speed} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Time}} \] \[ \text{Distance} = \text{Speed} \times \text{Time} \] \[ \text{Time} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}} \]

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1. Speed, Distance, Time Basics

The fundamental relationship between speed, distance, and time is one of the most important in physics and everyday life. These three variables are interconnected through simple mathematical relationships.

2. How the Calculator Works

The calculator uses these basic equations:

\[ \text{Speed} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Time}} \] \[ \text{Distance} = \text{Speed} \times \text{Time} \] \[ \text{Time} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}} \]

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Explanation: These equations show that if you know any two of the variables, you can calculate the third.

3. Practical Applications

Details: These calculations are used in transportation planning, sports training, physics problems, navigation, and many everyday situations like estimating travel time.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips:

  1. Select what you want to calculate (speed, distance, or time)
  2. Enter the required values in the appropriate units
  3. Click "Calculate" to get your result
  4. All values must be positive numbers

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What units does this calculator use?
A: The calculator uses meters for distance, seconds for time, and meters per second (m/s) for speed.

Q2: How do I convert to other units?
A: For km/h, multiply m/s by 3.6. For miles, multiply meters by 0.000621371. For hours, divide seconds by 3600.

Q3: Can I calculate average speed?
A: Yes, if you enter total distance and total time, the calculator gives average speed.

Q4: What if I get division by zero errors?
A: Time and speed cannot be zero when calculating speed or time respectively. The calculator handles this automatically.

Q5: Is this calculator accurate for non-constant speeds?
A: This calculates average values. For variable speeds, more complex calculations are needed.

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