Physics

Physics

Problem

A student starts from point A, walks 20 m20\,\text{m} east to B, then 15 m15\,\text{m} north to C, 20 m20\,\text{m} west to D, and finally 15 m15\,\text{m} south to return to A. Explain, with reason, the values of (i) distance travelled and (ii) displacement for the entire trip.

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