Question detail
Which of the following is NOT a scalar quantity?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Forces and their interactions
Question
- A. Temperature
- B. Mass
- C. Displacement
- D. Energy
Answer
Displacement
Explanation
Displacement is a vector quantity because it has both magnitude and direction, unlike scalar quantities which have magnitude only.
Common mistake
Confusing Scalar and Vector Quantities
Students often confuse scalar quantities (like distance and speed) with vector quantities, thinking they can be added together directly.
Remind students that scalar quantities have magnitude only, while vector quantities have both magnitude and direction. They should not add scalars and vectors as if they were the same type.
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