Question detail
What does it mean when an object has a constant speed?
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 object is moving in a straight line
- B. The object is not changing its speed or direction
- C. The object is accelerating
- D. The object is moving in a circular path
Answer
The object is not changing its speed or direction
Explanation
Constant speed means that the object is moving at the same speed without any change in direction.
Common mistake
Confusing Distance with Displacement
Students often confuse distance with displacement, thinking they are the same because both relate to how far an object moves.
Emphasize that distance is a scalar quantity representing how far an object has traveled, regardless of direction, while displacement is a vector quantity that includes both distance and direction from the starting point.
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