Physics (5th Edition)
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Author: James S. Walker
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Chapter 3.6, Problem 6EYU
Suppose the speed of the boat is increased in part (a) of Example 3-11, while everything else remains the same. In this case, is the angle of the boat’s path across the river greater than, less than, or equal to 12°? Explain.
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