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Which of the following is an example of a vector quantity?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and their interactions
Question
- A. Mass
- B. Speed
- C. Force
- D. Temperature
Answer
Force
Explanation
Force is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and direction, unlike mass, speed, and temperature which are scalar quantities.
Common mistake
Confusing Vector and Scalar Definitions
Students often define vector quantities only by their magnitude, neglecting the importance of direction.
Emphasize that a vector quantity must include both magnitude and direction in its definition.
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