Chapter_2.1_2.2_2.3_Quiz

What is the definition of position in physics?

• The total length of the path traveled by an object

• The location of an object at a particular point in time, usually described relative to a reference point

• The change in velocity over time

• The rate at which an object covers distance

Which of the following best defines displacement?

• The total distance traveled by an object

• The change in position of an object from its initial position to its final position

• The speed of an object at a given instant

• The time taken to travel a certain distance

Distance is best described as:

• The shortest path between two points

• The total length of the path traveled by an object, regardless of direction

• The change in velocity over time

• The rate of change of displacement

Which of the following is a scalar quantity?

• Displacement

• Velocity

• Distance

• Acceleration

Which of the following is a vector quantity?

• Speed

• Distance

• Displacement

• Time

What is the SI unit for position, displacement, and distance?

• Seconds

• Meters

• Kilograms

• Newtons

Which of the following best describes the relationship between position and displacement?

• Displacement is the sum of all positions

• Displacement is the change in position from initial to final point

• Position and displacement are always equal

• Position is the rate of change of displacement

Which of the following statements is true about distance and displacement?

• Distance can be negative, but displacement cannot

• Displacement can be greater than distance

• Distance is always greater than or equal to displacement

• Distance and displacement are always equal

What is the main difference between scalar and vector quantities?

• Scalars have both magnitude and direction; vectors have only magnitude

• Scalars have only magnitude; vectors have both magnitude and direction

• Scalars are always positive; vectors are always negative

• Scalars are measured in meters; vectors are measured in seconds