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Classify the following measures as scalars and vector:
(i) 20 kg weight
(ii) `45^(@)`
(iii) 10 m south-east
(iv) 50m/`sec^(2)`

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To classify the given measures as scalars or vectors, we will analyze each measure based on the definitions of scalar and vector quantities. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Measure: 20 kg weight** - **Analysis**: Weight is a force that acts downwards due to gravity. It has both magnitude (20 kg) and direction (downwards). - **Classification**: This is a **vector quantity** because it has both magnitude and direction. 2. **Measure: 45 degrees** - **Analysis**: The measure of 45 degrees indicates an angle. It only provides a magnitude (the size of the angle) without any directional component. - **Classification**: This is a **scalar quantity** because it has only magnitude and no direction. 3. **Measure: 10 m south-east** - **Analysis**: This measure specifies a distance (10 m) and a direction (south-east). Both components are present. - **Classification**: This is a **vector quantity** because it has both magnitude and direction. 4. **Measure: 50 m/s²** - **Analysis**: This measure indicates acceleration. It has a magnitude (50 m/s²) but does not specify a direction. - **Classification**: This is a **scalar quantity** because it has only magnitude and no direction. ### Final Classifications: - (i) 20 kg weight: **Vector** - (ii) 45 degrees: **Scalar** - (iii) 10 m south-east: **Vector** - (iv) 50 m/s²: **Scalar**
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