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An aeroplane is flying at 400 knots in a strong NW wind of 50 knots. The pilot wishes to fly due west. In which direction should the pilot fly the plane to achieve this end, and what will be his actual speed over the ground?

An aeroplane is flying at 400 knots in a strong NW wind of 50 knots. The pilot wishes to fly due west. In which direction should the pilot fly the plane to achieve this end, and what will be his actual speed over the ground?

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An aeroplane is flying at 400 knots in a strong NW wind of 50 knots. The pilot wishes to fly due west. In which direction should the pilot fly the plane to achieve this end, and what will be his actual speed over the ground?
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