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Speed and acceleration

Two images: 50 Speed sign and red drag racing car on race track.

Speed refers to the time taken to travel a particular distance. Acceleration is the change in speed over time.

IMAGE: Drag racing car, Joshua Rainey, 123RF Ltd.

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