The first choice. For displacement, it is simply the final position relative to the initial position.
Klauss H.
asked 04/05/19Which option accurately describes a scenario in which a tortoise experiences a displacement of 10 m south?
Which option accurately describes a scenario in which a tortoise experiences a displacement of 10 m south?
1) A tortoise starts at a position of 0 m. It moves 10 m west,10 m east, and then 10 m south.
2) A tortoise starts at a position of 2 m north. It moves 4 m west and then 7 m south.
3) A tortoise starts at a position of 0 m. It moves 10 m west, 5 m east, and then 5 m south.
4) A tortoise starts at a position of 3 m south. It moves 4 m east, 2 m west, and then 3 m north.
I think it's 1) or 2)
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