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What is the study of kinematics concerned with?

Forces and energy
Static objects
Motion of objects
Thermal dynamics

The correct answer is: Motion of objects

The study of kinematics is focused on understanding the motion of objects without considering the forces that cause such motion. It examines various parameters such as displacement, velocity, acceleration, and time, providing a framework for analyzing how objects move through space. Kinematics allows for a description of motion in both one-dimensional and two-dimensional spaces. By concentrating on the characteristics of motion, kinematics lays the groundwork for further exploration in mechanics, including how forces impact motion, which is addressed in dynamics—a separate but related field. This distinction highlights why understanding kinematics is essential before delving into the influences of forces and energy, which are the concerns of dynamics.