Math Problem Statement

I walk 10 m forward and the 10m backward. State my displacement

Solution

Displacement is a vector quantity that considers the shortest straight-line distance between the initial and final positions, along with the direction.

In this case:

  1. You walk 10 m forward.
  2. Then, you walk 10 m backward to your starting point.

Since you return to your starting point, your final position is the same as your initial position.

Displacement = Final Position - Initial Position = 0 m

Answer:

Your displacement is 0 m.

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the difference between distance and displacement?
  2. How does displacement differ from speed and velocity?
  3. How would displacement change if I walked 10 m forward and 5 m backward?
  4. Can displacement ever be greater than the total distance traveled?
  5. What happens to displacement if I move in a circular path and return to the start?

Tip: Displacement is always a straight line from start to finish, regardless of the path taken.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Displacement
Vector Quantities

Formulas

Displacement = Final Position - Initial Position

Theorems

Displacement Theorem: Displacement is the straight-line distance from the initial to the final position, considering direction.

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8