How to Work Out Average Acceleration?

Average acceleration = change in velocity ÷ change in time

Formula: a = (v – u) / t

a = average acceleration

v = final velocity

u = initial velocity

t = time taken

Find the initial velocity

Find the final velocity

Subtract initial velocity from final velocity

Divide the result by the time interval

Use consistent units

Velocity in m/s

Time in s

Acceleration in m/s²

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