Which of the following is not a vector quantity? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following is not a vector quantity?

A. Speed

B. Momentum

C. Velocity

D. Force

Answer: Option A

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Speed has magnitude only, scalar. Velocity is vector (speed + direction). Momentum and force are vectors. Distance is scalar, displacement vector.

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