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PHY 101 PHY 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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|a + b| is a ...
Options
A infinity
B unity
C vector quantity
D scalar quantity
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The absolute value (magnitude) of a vector is a scalar quantity. It has only magnitude, no direction.

Hint

Magnitude of a vector is a scalar.

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