Activity 1: Resultant Vector of Typhoon Yolanda Directions: Identify the velocity of Typhoon Yolanda as it enters and exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Calculate the resultant velocity. Vector Velocity (m/s) X-component y-component 425 km E SE 64 km/h W 241 km/h W 34 km/h W 250 km/h W 314 km/h W 378 km/h W 314 km/h W 298 km/h W Σχ = Ey Vx = Vy = V = II

Activity 1: Resultant Vector of Typhoon Yolanda Directions: Identify the velocity of Typhoon Yolanda as it enters and exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Calculate the resultant velocity. Vector Velocity (m/s) X-component y-component 425 km E SE 64 km/h W 241 km/h W 34 km/h W 250 km/h W 314 km/h W 378 km/h W 314 km/h W 298 km/h W Σχ = Ey Vx = Vy = V = II

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