The Velocity of a Boat with Respect to the Water

question 3

Multiple Choice

The velocity of a boat with respect to the water is 4.0 m/s at an angle of 30.0 degrees NORTH of EAST. The velocity of the water with respect to the ground is 3.0 m/s at an angle of 90.0 degrees NORTH of EAST. What is the velocity of the boat with respect to the ground?

• A) 6.1 m/s at 36 degrees NORTH of EAST
• B) 5.8 m/s at 55 degrees NORTH of EAST
• C) 6.1 m/s at 61 degrees NORTH of EAST
• D) 5.8 m/s at 36 degrees NORTH of EAST
• E) 6.1 m/s at 55 degrees NORTH of EAST

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Definitions:

Sieve Tube Elements

Specialized cells in the phloem of vascular plants that facilitate the transport of sugars and nutrients.

Parenchyma

A type of plant tissue made of living cells, usually with thin cell walls and large intercellular spaces, involved in functions such as photosynthesis, storage, and secretion.

Vessel Elements

Components in the xylem of plants that transport water and nutrients vertically.

Cuticle

The protective layer found on the outer surface of leaves, stems, and other organs of plants.