When I slow down, I will decelerate. In other words, I will have a negative acceleration. Any time I change my speed or direction, I will experience either acceleration or deceleration because both changes affect velocity.
So there you have it. Motion in a nutshell. Or an automobile, or whatever. You know what I mean.
Bye. I'm going to accelerate toward my home now. See you next time!
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