A seagull flies at a velocity of 7.00 m/s straight into the wind.(a) If it takes the bird 22.0 min to travel 6.00 km relative to the earth, what is the velocity of the wind?  m/s (b) If the bird turns around and flies with the wind, how long will he take to return 6.00 km?  s (c) Discuss how the wind affects the total round-trip time compared to what it would be with no wind.

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Distance and Speed

The speed, distance and time relation forms the basis of study of motion. You will need these concepts in the study of Mechanics. This concept is applicable for students who are studying the following courses –