Question 1

1. According to Source 1, what is the simplest way to define motion?

Accepted Answer

Anything around us that moves.

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A change in an object's colour.

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An object changing its shape.

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An object staying still.

Question 2

2. Source 1 uses the example of a vehicle moving from point A to point B to illustrate motion. What key observation is highlighted in this example?

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The vehicle's position in space changes with time.

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The vehicle's size changes as it moves.

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The vehicle disappears at point B.

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The vehicle's speed remains constant.

Question 3

3. According to Source 1, how is rectilinear motion defined?

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Motion in a straight line.

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Motion around a fixed point.

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Motion in a curved path.

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Motion that repeats itself.

Question 4

4. Which of these examples best illustrates rectilinear motion as described in Source 1?

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A car moving on a straight road.

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A child swinging on a swing.

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A planet orbiting the Sun.

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A spinning top.

Question 5

5. Source 1 mentions that the Earth and other planets are in motion. What type of motion is this referring to?

Accepted Answer

Motion around the Sun

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Rotational motion

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Rectilinear motion.

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Motion within the galaxy.

Question 6

6. Imagine you are standing on a sidewalk watching a bus drive past. From your perspective, which objects are in motion?

Accepted Answer

Both the bus and the passengers inside.

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Only the passengers inside the bus.

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Neither the bus nor the passengers.

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Only the bus.

Question 7

7. Source 1 explains that the motion of an object can appear different to different observers. What principle is being illustrated here?

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Relative motion.

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The law of gravity.

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Constant velocity.

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The law of inertia.

Question 8

8. A person walking on a moving walkway at an airport is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Rectilinear motion relative to the walkway, but potentially a different type of motion relative to a stationary observer.

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Only circular motion.

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No motion, as the person is on a moving walkway.

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Only rectilinear motion.

Question 9

9. If an object changes its position over time, can we definitively say it has undergone motion?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because a change in position over time is the defining characteristic of motion.

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Yes, but only if the motion is in a straight line.

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No, because we need to know the object's speed.

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No, because the object might have simply changed its shape.

Question 10

10. A ball rolling down a hill is likely experiencing what type of motion?

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Both rectilinear and rotational motion.

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Periodic motion.

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Only circular motion.

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Only rotational motion.

Question 11

11. Source 1 primarily focuses on which aspect of motion?

Accepted Answer

The conceptual understanding and definition of motion.

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The forces that cause motion.

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The differences between speed and velocity.

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The mathematical equations for calculating motion.

Question 12

12. Why is it necessary to consider the observer's frame of reference when describing motion?

Accepted Answer

Because the observer's position and perspective can influence how the motion of an object is perceived.

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Because all motion is relative to the speed of light.

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Because the observer's speed always affects the perceived motion.

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Because all motion is ultimately circular.

Question 13

13. How does Source 1 differentiate between an object being "in motion" and having "undergone motion"?

Accepted Answer

"In motion" refers to current movement, while "undergone motion" refers to past movement.

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"In motion" is a scientific term, while "undergone motion" is a casual term.

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It doesn't make a distinction; both phrases are used interchangeably.

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"In motion" applies to straight-line movement, while "undergone motion" applies to any type of motion.

Question 14

14. If two people observe the same object, could they disagree on whether the object is in motion?

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Yes, their individual frames of reference could lead to different perceptions of the object's motion.

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Only if one of the observers is moving.

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Only if the object is moving very slowly.

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No, the motion of an object is an objective fact.

Question 15

15. What can be inferred about the purpose of Source 1 based on its content and explanation style?

Accepted Answer

To introduce the basic concepts of motion in a simple and understandable way.

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To train students in complex problem-solving involving motion.

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To focus solely on the mathematical calculations related to motion.

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To provide a comprehensive physics textbook on motion.

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