To find the resultant velocity, we will use the Pythagorean theorem.
Let the velocity of the airplane going south be represented by A and the velocity of the crosswind going west be represented by B.
A = 440 mph
B = 35 mph
Using the Pythagorean theorem:
Resultant velocity = √(A^2 + B^2)
Resultant velocity = √(440^2 + 35^2)
Resultant velocity = √(193600 + 1225)
Resultant velocity = √194825
Resultant velocity = 441.49 mph
Therefore, the resultant velocity of the airplane with the crosswind is approximately 441.49 mph.
An airplane is flying south going 440 mph when it hits a crosswind going west at 35 mph. What is the resultant velocity?
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