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Which of the following physical quantities has the SI unit metres per second squared (m/s^2)?

1. Speed
2. Distance
3. Acceleration
4. Velocity

Correct answer: Acceleration

Solution

Acceleration is defined as the rate of change of velocity with respect to time. Its unit is (m/s)/s = m/s^2. Speed and velocity have the unit m/s, while distance is measured in metres (m). Therefore, the quantity with unit m/s^2 is acceleration.

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