1-D Motion Vocab

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What is the negative sign convention in 1-D motion?

Back

The negative sign convention indicates that movement in the left or downward direction is considered negative.

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What is average velocity?

Back

Average velocity is defined as the change in displacement divided by the time taken.

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What is the difference between distance and displacement?

Back

Distance is the total route traveled, while displacement is the shortest path from the initial to the final position.

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Define velocity in the context of motion.

Back

Velocity is defined as speed with a direction.

Front

What is a frame of reference?

Back

A frame of reference is a set of accepted values used by an individual or group to evaluate behaviors or actions.

Front

What does displacement refer to in 1-D motion?

Back

Displacement refers to the change in position of an object, measured as the shortest distance from the initial to the final position.

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How is speed different from velocity?

Back

Speed is a scalar quantity that refers to how fast an object is moving, while velocity is a vector quantity that includes both speed and direction.

Front

What is free fall?

Back

Free fall is the motion of an object under the influence of gravitational force only, with no other forces acting on it.

Front

What is the formula for calculating average velocity?

Back

Average velocity = (Final position - Initial position) / Time taken.

Front

What does a positive sign convention indicate?

Back

A positive sign convention indicates that movement to the right or upward is considered positive.