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Is speed a sc...

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Is speed a scalar quantity?

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Yes, speed is a scalar quantity.
Speed: Speed is defined as the distance traveled per unit of time.
Scaler quantity: A scalar quantity is defined as the physical quantity with only magnitude and no direction.

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