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Asked by belkis

The speed of a powerboat in still water is 35 mi/h. It is traveling on a river that flows directly south at 8 mi/h.the boat heads directly west across the river. What are the resulting speed and direction of the boat?
12 years ago

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Answered by Brandon
I tried this problem and got approximately 35.8 mph and 12.9 degrees south of west. I hope this is right.
12 years ago

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