Physics Quiz: Introduction To Motion! Trivia Questions
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This Physics Quiz: Introduction To Motion assesses understanding of basic motion concepts including trajectory, motion diagrams, and translational motion. It's ideal for students beginning to study physics, enhancing both conceptual knowledge and practical understanding of motion.
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Motion
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Path along which an object moves; straight or curve
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
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Change of an objects position with time
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
Correct Answer
C. Change of an objects position with timeExplanation
The correct answer is "Change of an object's position with time." This answer accurately describes motion as the movement or displacement of an object over a period of time. It emphasizes the relationship between an object's position and the change it undergoes as time progresses. This definition encompasses both straight and curved paths that an object may follow during its motion.Rate this question:
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Trajectory
- A.
Path along which an object moves; straight or curve
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
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Change of an objects position with time
Correct Answer
A. Path along which an object moves; straight or curveExplanation
The correct answer is "Path along which an object moves; straight or curve". This is because a trajectory refers to the path that an object follows as it moves through space. It can be a straight line or a curved line, depending on the motion of the object.Rate this question:
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Motion diagram
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
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Change of position
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An object represented as a mass at a single point
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
Correct Answer
E. Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagramExplanation
The correct answer is "motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram." This answer accurately describes a motion diagram, which is a visual representation of an object's motion. It involves plotting the object's position at different points in time on the same diagram, typically using arrows or dots. This allows for the observation of the object's trajectory and any changes in its position over time.Rate this question:
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Translational motion
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Motion of an object represented as a mass concentrated at a single point
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Path along which an object moves; straight or curve
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position.
Correct Answer
B. Motion of an object along a trajectoryExplanation
The correct answer is "Motion of an object along a trajectory." This is because translational motion refers to the movement of an object in a straight line or along a curved path, known as a trajectory. The other options do not accurately describe translational motion.Rate this question:
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Particle
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An object represented as a mass at a single point
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Physical quantity described by a single number (with unit).
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
Correct Answer
A. An object represented as a mass at a single pointExplanation
The correct answer is "an object represented as a mass at a single point" because a particle is a term used in physics to refer to an object that is treated as having a negligible size or shape, and is represented as a mass concentrated at a single point. This simplification allows for easier calculations and analysis of the object's motion and interactions with other particles.Rate this question:
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Particle model
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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An object represented as a mass at a single point
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Change of position
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Motion of an object represented as a mass concentrated at a single point
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
Correct Answer
D. Motion of an object represented as a mass concentrated at a single pointExplanation
The correct answer is "Motion of an object represented as a mass concentrated at a single point". This answer accurately describes the particle model, which is a simplification of real-world objects where their motion is represented as a single point mass. This model allows for easier analysis and calculations of the object's motion without considering its size or shape.Rate this question:
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Position Vector
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Change of an objects position with time
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Change of position
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position.
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An object represented as a mass at a single point
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
Correct Answer
C. An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position.Explanation
The position vector is represented as an arrow drawn from the origin to an object's position. This vector indicates both the magnitude and direction of the object's displacement from the origin. It is commonly used in physics and mathematics to describe the position of an object in a coordinate system.Rate this question:
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Scalar Quantity
- A.
Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Physical quantity described by a single number (with unit).
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Quantity having both a size (far, fast) and a direction (left or right, north or south ext).
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
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A continuous line or curve showing an objects position as a function of time
Correct Answer
B. Physical quantity described by a single number (with unit).Explanation
The correct answer is "Physical quantity described by a single number (with unit)." This is because a scalar quantity is a type of physical quantity that can be described by a single number and does not have a direction associated with it. Examples of scalar quantities include mass, temperature, and time.Rate this question:
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Vector Quantity
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Quantity having both a size (far, fast) and a direction (left or right, north or south ext).
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Physical quantity described by a single number (with unit).
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
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A continuous line or curve showing an objects position as a function of time
Correct Answer
A. Quantity having both a size (far, fast) and a direction (left or right, north or south ext).Explanation
The correct answer is "Quantity having both a size (far, fast) and a direction (left or right, north or south ext)." This answer accurately describes a vector quantity. Vector quantities are physical quantities that have both magnitude (size or value) and direction. Examples of vector quantities include displacement, velocity, and force.Rate this question:
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Displacement
- A.
A continuous line or curve showing an objects position as a function of time
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An arrow drawn from the origin to an objects position
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Change of position
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Motion of an object along a trajectory
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Motion of an object by displaying its location at various equally spaced times on the same diagram
Correct Answer
C. Change of positionExplanation
The correct answer is "Change of position." Displacement refers to the change in position of an object over a certain period of time. It is a vector quantity that indicates both the magnitude and direction of the change in position. This term is often used in physics to describe the motion of an object, as it focuses on how the object's position has changed rather than the specific path it took to get there.Rate this question:
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Position vs Time graph
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Has a continuous line or curve showing an objects position as a function of time
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Has a continuous line or curve showing the objects time as a function of position
Correct Answer
A. Has a continuous line or curve showing an objects position as a function of timeExplanation
The correct answer is that a Position vs Time graph has a continuous line or curve showing an object's position as a function of time. This means that the graph represents how the position of the object changes over time. The x-axis represents time, while the y-axis represents the object's position. By looking at the graph, one can determine how the object's position changes at different points in time.Rate this question:
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Average Acceleration can be calculated as...
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(distance)/ (time interval)
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(change of velocity)/ (time interval)
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(time interval)/ ( change of velocity)
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(time interval)/ (distance)
Correct Answer
B. (change of velocity)/ (time interval)Explanation
The correct answer is (change of velocity)/ (time interval). Average acceleration is defined as the change in velocity divided by the time interval. It measures how quickly the velocity of an object changes over a given period of time. By calculating the difference in velocity and dividing it by the time interval, we can determine the average rate at which the velocity is changing.Rate this question:
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Average Velocity can be calculated as ...
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(change of velocity)/ (time interval)
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(time interval)/ ( change of velocity)
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(time interval)/ (distance)
- D.
(distance)/ (time interval)
Correct Answer
D. (distance)/ (time interval)Explanation
Average velocity is defined as the displacement or change in position divided by the time interval. This means that to calculate average velocity, we need to divide the distance traveled by the time it took to travel that distance. Therefore, the correct answer is (distance) / (time interval).Rate this question:
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How to do a Pictorial representation. choose all that apply
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Draw Motion Diagram
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Establish coordinate system
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Sketch the situation
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Define Symbols
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List known information and Identify the desired Unknowns
Correct Answer(s)
A. Draw Motion Diagram
B. Establish coordinate system
C. Sketch the situation
D. Define Symbols
E. List known information and Identify the desired UnknownsExplanation
This question is asking for the steps involved in creating a pictorial representation. The correct answer includes drawing a motion diagram, establishing a coordinate system, sketching the situation, defining symbols, and listing known information and identifying the desired unknowns. These steps are all necessary in order to accurately represent a situation visually.Rate this question:
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Significant figures. choose the correct answers
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.0020 has two significant figures
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6.20 has three significant figures
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10.020 has four significant figures
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0.0 has two significant figures
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.00001 has 5 significant figures
Correct Answer(s)
A. .0020 has two significant figures
B. 6.20 has three significant figures
D. 0.0 has two significant figuresExplanation
The number .0020 has two significant figures because the zeros before the 2 are not significant. The number 6.20 has three significant figures because all the digits are significant. The number 0.0 has two significant figures because the zero after the decimal point is not significant.Rate this question:
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