A Swimmer Heading Directly Across a River 200 M Wide

question 44

Short Answer

A swimmer heading directly across a river 200 m wide reaches the opposite bank in during which time she is swept downstream 480 m.
(a) How fast can she swim in still water?
(b) What is the speed of the current?

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Definitions:

Cause and Effect

A relationship where one event (the cause) directly leads to the occurrence of another event (the effect).

Real Objects

In psychoanalytic theory, refers to tangible, physical objects as opposed to imagined or conceptual ones.

Reasoning

The method of using reason and logic to examine something to make a decision or verdict.

Dynamic Systems

Dynamic systems are systems characterized by constant change, activity, or progress, where interactions and relationships within the system can lead to varying outcomes over time.