Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Scalars and vectors

Scalars and vectors — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Distinguish how vector quantities differ from scalar quantities.

(a(ii)-1)[1]

State whether temperature is a vector quantity or a scalar quantity.

(a(ii)-2)[1]

State whether acceleration of free fall is a vector quantity or a scalar quantity.

(a(ii)-3)[1]

State whether electrical resistance is a vector quantity or a scalar quantity.

(b)[3]

A block of wood with weight $25\,\text{N}$ is kept at rest on a slope by a string, as shown in Fig. 1.1. The tension in the string is $T$, and the slope exerts a force $R$ on the block that is normal to the slope. Use either a scale drawing on Fig. 1.1 or calculation to determine the tension $T$ in the string.

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