A cat is walking down a sidewalk and spots a dog in a nearby yard. The cat starts to run in the opposit direction and then quickly climbs a tree. Which of the following changes most accurately describes the movement of the cat?

Question

A. Change in speed
B. Cange in distance
C. Change in velocity
D. Change in motion
Is the answer D?
Thank you

Answer 1

I don't think so.

Answer 2

I'm so sorry i meant to put C?

Answer 3

I think C is right. Speed is a scalar quantity(number only); i.e., magnitude but no direction.
Velocity is a vector quantity; i.e., a magnitude with a direction.