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"Speed of a particle can be negative",Is thi statement correct?.If not why?'

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To determine whether the statement "Speed of a particle can be negative" is correct, let's analyze the concept of speed step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Speed**: - Speed is defined as the rate at which an object covers distance. It is calculated using the formula: \[ \text{Speed} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Time}} ...
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