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What distinguishes a vector from a scalar?

A vector is described by a magnitude and a direction, while a scalar is described by magnitude alone. (correct)

A vector has a magnitude, while a scalar does not.

A vector is a type of scalar that also includes acceleration.

A vector can never be negative, while a scalar can be.

Which of the following quantities is a scalar?

20 m/sec, Northeast

5 m (correct)

Velocity of 15 m/sec

10 N at 30 degrees

In a rectangular coordinate system, how can any vector $ extbf{F}$ be expressed?

$ extbf{F} = rac{F_x + F_y}{2}$

$ extbf{F} = F_x + F_y$

$ extbf{F} = F_x extbf{i} + F_y extbf{j}$ (correct)

$ extbf{F} = F_x - F_y$

Which statement accurately describes speed and velocity?

<p>Speed is a scalar quantity, while velocity is a vector quantity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of studying kinematics?

<p>To develop sophisticated mental models of motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Kinematics

Kinematics is the study of describing object motion using words, diagrams, numbers, graphs, and equations
Goal is to create sophisticated models to explain real-world object motion

Scalars and Vectors

Object motion can be described using mathematical quantities (scalars or vectors)
Scalars are described by magnitude only
Vectors are described by both magnitude and direction
Examples:
- Scalar: distance, speed, 20 degrees Celsius
- Vector: displacement, velocity, 30 m/sec, East

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5m - Scalar
30 m/sec, East - Vector
20 degrees Celsius - Scalar

Vector Representation in 2-D

Base vectors in a rectangular x-y coordinate system are the unit vectors í and j along the x and y directions
Any vector F can be represented as F = Fx í + Fy j

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Test your understanding of kinematics and the distinction between scalars and vectors. This quiz covers the representation of motion in one and two dimensions and how to classify different quantities. Challenge yourself with examples and reinforce your knowledge of object motion.