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average speed

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Average speed is how fast something goes over a certain distance. In races, it's important because it helps determine who was the fastest overall.

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Average speed is calculated by taking the total distance traveled and dividing it by the total time taken to travel that distance. In racing, it's a key metric used to determine the performance of a vehicle over a specific course.

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