The difference between speed and velocity
1 mark · EasyState the SI unit for acceleration.
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m/s^2
Also accept: metres per second squared; meters per second squared
Common mistakes: Giving the wrong unit (e.g. m/s); Giving the unit for speed
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B1 · 1 mark · Correct SI unit: m/s² (or equivalent wording)
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The SI unit for acceleration is (metres per second squared).