AP Physics 1 Flashcards: Scalars And Vectors In One Dimension

Study Scalars And Vectors In One Dimension in AP Physics 1 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is the difference between distance and displacement?

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ANSWER

Distance is scalar; displacement is vector. Distance is total path; displacement is net change in position.

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Along a line, up is positive and down is negative. An elevator moves from

y=+2\,\text{m}

y=-4\,\text{m}

3\,\text{s}

. Which statement about average velocity and average speed is correct?

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