2.5 - Scalar vs Vector Quantities
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Practice Questions
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What is a scalar quantity?
💡 Hint: Think of speed and distance.
Give an example of a vector quantity.
💡 Hint: Remember that vectors have both magnitude and direction.
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Which of the following is a vector quantity?
💡 Hint: Remember, vectors have a direction!
True or False: Distance is a vector quantity.
💡 Hint: Think about whether direction matters for distance.
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A boat travels 50 km north and then 30 km east. Calculate the total displacement.
💡 Hint: Draw a right triangle to visualize the path.
A hiker walks 10 km east, then 6 km north. What is their direction of displacement?
💡 Hint: Remember to use trigonometric functions to resolve angles!
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