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In physics:

  • If you talk about speed, that refers to a scalar quantity.
  • If you talk about velocity, that refers to a vector quantity.
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Average speed of a vehicle is a scalar quantity because it only has magnitude and not direction. It is calculated by dividing the total distance traveled by the total time taken, without considering the direction of motion.

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Q: Is average speed of a vehicle a vector or scalar quantity?
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