Physics Fundamentals Quiz
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What is the key difference between distance and displacement?

  • Distance is measured in meters, while displacement is measured in kilometers.
  • Distance includes only the magnitude of how far something has traveled, while displacement includes both magnitude and direction. (correct)
  • Distance is a scalar quantity, while displacement is a vector quantity.
  • Distance includes both magnitude and direction, while displacement includes only the magnitude of how far something has traveled.
  • Which of the following is true about displacement?

  • Displacement takes into account the initial and final positions of an object. (correct)
  • Displacement is a scalar quantity.
  • Displacement is always greater than distance traveled.
  • Displacement is measured in units of speed.
  • What is the significance of direction in displacement?

  • Direction in displacement affects the magnitude of the displacement.
  • Direction in displacement specifies the straight-line distance traveled.
  • Direction in displacement indicates the straight-line path between two points. (correct)
  • Direction in displacement determines the speed of the object.
  • In which scenario would distance and displacement be equal?

    <p>When an object moves in a straight line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does displacement differ from distance in physics?

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

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