Question detail
What happens to the velocity of an object if it changes direction while maintaining a constant speed?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and motion
Question
- A. The velocity remains constant.
- B. The velocity increases.
- C. The velocity decreases.
- D. The velocity changes.
Answer
The velocity changes.
Explanation
Velocity is a vector quantity that depends on both speed and direction. If the direction changes, the velocity changes even if the speed remains constant.
Common mistake
Confusing Speed and Velocity
Students often think speed and velocity are the same, leading to confusion when direction changes.
Emphasize that speed is a scalar quantity (only magnitude) while velocity is a vector quantity (magnitude and direction).
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