What is the resultant velocity?

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Lexi · Answer

v = 2.91 m/s    Explanation: Given that, A kayaker is paddling south at 2.50 m/s, and encounters a weird current moving 1.15 m/s west. We need to find the resultant velocity. Both velocities are perpendicular to each other. So,    v=sqrt(v1^2+v2^2)    =sqrt(2.5^2+1.5^2)    =2.91 m/s    So, the magnitude of the resultant velocity is equal to 2.91 m/s.

A kayaker's velocity calculation

A kayaker is paddling south at 2.50 m/s, and encounters a weird current moving 1.15 m/s west.

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