Distance and Displacement Quiz

The total length of path travelled by an object from its initial position to its final position.

The object's overall change in position, or how far out of place it is from its starting point.

A place or object used for comparison to determine if something is in motion.

A quantity that has magnitude only and no direction, such as distance.

A quantity that has both magnitude and direction, such as displacement.

The line along which something moves or faces, indicating the orientation of movement.

Add up all segments of travel to calculate total distance.

Get the sum of motions in one direction and subtract those in the opposite direction.

Distance depends on the actual path taken by an object.

Displacement only depends on the initial and final positions, not the path taken.

Distance can never be zero if motion occurs.

Displacement can be zero if the object returns to its starting point.

An object is in motion when its distance from another object is changing.

Distance can be illustrated through a walking route measured step by step.

Displacement can be shown when a person moves around a block and ends at the starting point.

If you travel 50 m, 30 m and 50 m, the total distance is 130 m.

From Point A to B, C to D, if ending 30 m north, that’s your displacement.

If the round trip is made back to start, the displacement is zero.

Everyone has a unique journey to success with individual strategies.

Assess everyday situations to determine distance and displacement.

A measure of space covered, regardless of direction.

Indicates direction and distance from the start to the end point.

Velocity relates speed with direction, combining both dimensions.

Taking the long road or a direct route matters, emphasizing progress towards goals.

Zero displacement signifies returning to initial position, showing no net movement.

Recognizing motion involves understanding changes in distance from another object.