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Which of the following is a vector quantity?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and their interactions
Question
- A. Speed
- B. Distance
- C. Weight
- D. Temperature
Answer
Weight
Explanation
Weight is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and direction, while speed, distance, and temperature are scalar quantities.
Common mistake
Confusing Vector and Scalar Quantities
Students often identify displacement as a scalar quantity instead of a vector quantity.
Remember that displacement has both magnitude and direction, making it a vector quantity. Practice distinguishing between scalar and vector quantities by focusing on their definitions.
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