MCAT Physics Question 10: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 10

10. Which of the following quantities is NOT a vector?

  • A. Velocity
  • B. Force
  • C. Displacement
  • D. Distance

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

A vector is characterized by both magnitude and direction. From the given answer choices, all are vectors except for distance. Distance is a scalar because it has only a numerical value and lacks direction.

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