Question

A polar vector is one which?

(a) Gives the position of an object

(b) Tells how much and in which direction an object has changed its position

(c) Represents rotational effect

(d) Has a starting point of application

This question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.

This is a very interesting question from Scalar and Vector in chapter Laws of Motion of Engineering Physics I

Answer 1

Correct option is (d) Has a starting point of application

Easiest explanation: The vector which has a starting point or a point of application is called a polar vector. Velocity may be regarded as a polar vector.