Initial Velocity in Kinetics of Motion Formulas

Initial Velocity is the velocity of an object at the start of a motion, from which the object’s subsequent motion is measured. And is denoted by u. Initial Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Initial Velocity is always positive.

Kinetics of Motion formulas that make use of Initial Velocity

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FAQ

What is the Initial Velocity?

Initial Velocity is the velocity of an object at the start of a motion, from which the object’s subsequent motion is measured. Initial Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second for Speed. Note that the value of Initial Velocity is always positive.

Can the Initial Velocity be negative?

No, the Initial Velocity, measured in Speed cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Initial Velocity?

Initial Velocity is usually measured using the Meter per Second[m/s] for Speed. Meter per Minute[m/s], Meter per Hour[m/s], Kilometer per Hour[m/s] are the few other units in which Initial Velocity can be measured.

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