JAMB Physics 1983 Question 2

Question 2

Scalars and Vectors

Which of the following is NOT a vector quantity?

  1. A.Force
  2. B.Altitude
  3. C.Weight
  4. D.Displacement
  5. E.Acceleration
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Altitude)

Explanation

Altitude is just a height (a size with no direction attached), so it is a scalar. The others all have direction.