Distance & Displacement

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of distance?
Back
Distance is the total length of the path traveled by an object, regardless of direction.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of displacement?
Back
Displacement is the shortest distance from the initial to the final position of an object, along with the direction.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If a person runs 400 meters to a point and then returns to the starting point, what is their total distance traveled?
Back
800 meters.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If a person runs 400 meters to a point and then returns to the starting point, what is their displacement?
Back
0 meters.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between distance and displacement?
Back
Distance is a scalar quantity (only magnitude), while displacement is a vector quantity (magnitude and direction).
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: Displacement can be greater than distance.
Back
False.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula for calculating displacement?
Back
Displacement = Final Position - Initial Position.
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