Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (Chs 1-42) Plus Mastering Physics with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (4th Edition)
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Chapter 4, Problem 21EAP
A kayaker, needs to paddle north across a 100-m-wide harbor. The tide is going out, creating a tidal current that flows to the east at 2.0 m/s. The kyaker can paddle with a speed of 3.0 m/s.
a. In which direction should he paddle in order to travel straight across the harbor?
b. How long will it take him to cross?
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