JAMB Physics 1989 Question 1

Question 1

Scalars and Vectors

Which of the following is a set of vectors?

  1. A.Force, mass and moment
  2. B.Acceleration, velocity and moment
  3. C.Mass, weight and density
  4. D.Mass, volume and density.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Acceleration, velocity and moment)

Explanation

Acceleration, velocity and moment (torque) all have direction. Mass, volume and density are scalars, so every other set contains a scalar.