Position

The video tutorial explains the concept of position, defining it as the location of an object. It provides examples, such as the position of the Pacific Ocean and the sun in the solar system. The tutorial discusses how position can be described in various ways, including cardinal directions like North, South, East, and West. It also covers motion as a change in position and the role of global positioning systems in determining location, direction, and speed. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to think about the Earth's position in the solar system.

What is the position of the Pacific Ocean relative to the United States?

• To the East

• To the West

• To the North

• To the South

Which of the following is NOT a way to describe the position of a light switch?

• Inside the room

• On the wall

• Under the floor

• Above the floor

Which direction is Canada in relation to the United States?

• South

• East

• North

• West

What is motion defined as in the context of this video?

• A change in direction

• A change in position

• A change in size

• A change in speed

What can a global positioning system tell us about an object?

• Its size

• Its color

• Its location and movement

• Its temperature