Question detail
What is the definition of displacement?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The total distance moved regardless of direction
- B. Distance moved in a particular direction from a starting point
- C. The speed of an object in a given direction
- D. The rate of change of velocity
Answer
Distance moved in a particular direction from a starting point
Explanation
Displacement specifically refers to the distance moved in a straight line from the starting point to the endpoint, including direction.
Common mistake
Confusing Distance and Displacement
Students often define displacement as the total distance traveled, ignoring the direction from the starting point.
Emphasize that displacement is specifically the straight-line distance from the starting point to the final position, including direction.
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