During the U.S. trials for the 2004 Summer Olympics, Michael Phelps broke his own world record in the 400 meter individual medley when he was clocked at 4 minutes and 08.41 seconds. What was his average velocity and his average speed? Give your answer in SI units.

During the U.S. trials for the 2004 Summer Olympics, Michael Phelps broke his own world record in the 400 meter individual medley when he was clocked at 4 minutes and 08.41 seconds. What was his average velocity and his average speed? Give your answer in SI units.

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