Uniform linear motion equation

Gives the displacement of an object moving in a straight line at constant velocity after a given time. It applies whenever acceleration is zero.

s = vt

What the symbols mean

displacement (m)
constant velocity (m/s)
elapsed time (s)

About this formula

  • FieldPhysics
  • TopicKinematics
  • LevelHigh school
  • Also calleduniform motion displacement, constant velocity distance formula, distance equals velocity times time, uniform linear motion, constant velocity motion, displacement at constant velocity
  • SourceWikidata Q376742

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