2. A salmon swims in the direction of N 30° W at 6 mi/h relative to the ocean. The ocean current flows due east at 6 mi/h. (a) Express the velocity of the ocean as a vector. (b) Express the velocity of the salmon relative to the ocean as a vector. (c) Find the true velocity of the salmon as a vector. (d) Find the true speed of the salmon. (e) Find the true direction of the salmon. Express your answer as a heading.

2. A salmon swims in the direction of N 30° W at 6 mi/h relative to the ocean. The ocean current flows due east at 6 mi/h. (a) Express the velocity of the ocean as a vector. (b) Express the velocity of the salmon relative to the ocean as a vector. (c) Find the true velocity of the salmon as a vector. (d) Find the true speed of the salmon. (e) Find the true direction of the salmon. Express your answer as a heading.

Principles of Physics: A Calculus-Based Text

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ISBN:9781133104261

Author:Raymond A. Serway, John W. Jewett

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Chapter3: Motion In Two Dimensions

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1P: A motorist drives south at 20.0 m/s for 3.00 min, then turns west and travels at 25.0 m/s for 2.00...

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