NEET Physics Distance & Displacement MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about distance and displacement is correct?
Distance is a scalar quantity, while displacement is a vector quantity.
Displacement is always greater than distance.
Distance can be negative while displacement cannot.
Both distance and displacement are always equal in value.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Distance refers to the total path covered by an object, making it a scalar quantity, while displacement is the shortest path from the initial to the final position, which is a vector quantity. Thus, option A accurately reflects their definitions.
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