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What is the difference between a scalar and a vector?

A

A scalar has magnitude but no direction whereas a vector has magnitude and direction

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What is displacement?

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The distance travelled in a given direction

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An arrow is drawn with a scale of 2cm to represent 5N. What length of arrow should be drawn to represent a 17.5N force?

A

7cm

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