Question

question 2 (4 points)
(01 04 lc)
consider the common measurement: velocity = 55 mph west. which of the following is considered the magnitude in this measurement?
o a 55
o b mph
o c velocity
o d west

Explanation:

Velocity is a vector quantity with magnitude and direction. In "55 mph west", the numerical value 55 represents the magnitude of the velocity, while "mph" is the unit, "velocity" is the physical - quantity name, and "west" is the direction.

Answer:

A. 55