Find the displacement of a particle moving horizontally

The video tutorial explains the concept of displacement, focusing on a particle moving horizontally. It covers how to determine the initial and final positions, calculate displacement, and understand the significance of units in these calculations. The tutorial emphasizes interpreting displacement as the net change in position over a specified time interval.

What is the initial position of the particle at time t=0?

• 3

• -3

• 5

• 0

How do you calculate the displacement of a particle?

• By adding the initial and final positions

• By subtracting the initial position from the final position

• By multiplying the initial position by the final position

• By dividing the final position by the initial position

What is the total distance traveled by the particle if the displacement is -3 feet?

• 0 feet

• 3 feet

• 6 feet

• -3 feet

What does a displacement of -3 feet indicate about the particle's movement?

• The particle moved 3 feet to the right

• The particle did not move

• The particle moved 6 feet to the left

• The particle moved 3 feet to the left

Why is it important to include units when discussing displacement?

• Units are not important

• Units help in understanding the context of the problem

• Units make the calculation easier

• Units are only needed for velocity