The difference between speed and velocity
2 marks · EasyGive one example of a vector quantity and one example of a scalar quantity from motion.
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Vector: velocity or displacement. Scalar: speed or distance.
Also accept: Vector: displacement; Scalar: distance; Vector: velocity; Scalar: speed
Common mistakes: Confusing displacement with distance; Saying force (not asked for in this context)
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Marking points
B1 · 1 mark · Any correct vector quantity related to motion, e.g., velocity or displacement.
B2 · 1 mark · Any correct scalar quantity related to motion, e.g., speed or distance.
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Vector: velocity (has magnitude and direction) Scalar: speed (has magnitude only)