The discussion clarifies the distinction between vector and scalar quantities in physics. Displacement, velocity, average velocity, acceleration, and position are identified as vector quantities, as they possess both magnitude and direction. In contrast, distance and speed are classified as scalar quantities, providing only magnitude without direction. This classification is essential for understanding motion and kinematics in physics.
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singey said:a) displacement
b) velocity
c) average velocity
d) distance
e) speed
f) acceleration
g) position
which of these are vector and which are scalar?