Question

question 18 (1 point)
two hikers set out from the same spot and arrive at the same destination but they take different routes. which of the following quantities must be the same for both hikers?
distance
average speed
average velocity
displacement
acceleration

Explanation:

• Distance is the total path traveled; since routes differ, this varies.
• Average speed depends on distance and time; both can differ here.
• Average velocity depends on displacement and time; time taken can vary, so this may not match.
• Displacement is the straight-line change in position from start to end point. Both hikers start and end at the same spots, so this is identical.
• Acceleration depends on their individual motion, which differs by route.

Answer:

displacement