Describing Position

Reference point can also be described as what?

• An ending point
• A starting point 
• A description
• A location

When it comes to describing the location based on the reference point, what must each description always include?

• Location and Position
• Distance and Position
• Direction and Location
• Distance and Direction

When giving out descriptions of your location, they always help you in identifying your ____________.

• Direction
• Reference point 
• Position 
• Distance 

An object’s position always depends on its what?

• Reference point
• Location
• Direction
• Distance

Positive and negative references typically help in describing direction.  Based on this information, which reference is usually to the right of the reference point, and which reference is usually to the left of the reference point?

• Positive and Negative
• Distance and Direction
• Location and Position
• Positive and Position

What is the difference between describing position in one dimension and two dimension?

• One dimension involves two directions, while two dimension involve one direction.
• One dimension involves no directions, while two dimension involve two directions.
• One dimension looks at one direction, while two dimension looks at two directions.
• One dimension involves two or more directions, while two dimension involves no directions.

What is the relationship between reference point and motion?

• Reference point doesn't show motion.
• Reference point helps to show whether or not something is in motion. 
• Reference point helps in showing position.
• Reference point helps in showing location. 

The shortest distance between two points is a straight line.  However, if a barrier were put in the way causing you to take an alternative route, then what would be occurring as a result of the barrier?

• Your location would change.  
• Your direction would change.
• Your position would change.
• You would be displaced. 

You call a friend up, and the two of you agree to meet up at the mall before going to grab a bite to eat.  What is the reference point in this scenario?

• The mall
• The restaurant

You agree to meet up with your family at the front of the baseball field before going to watch your little brother’s game.  What is the reference point in this scenario?

• The front of the baseball field
• The baseball game