A paratrooper falls with the velocity 4 m/s. During his motion, western wind blows with velocity of 3 m/s. The factual velocity of the paratrooper with respect to the ground is: Give the answer in m/s side note: How would I know what formula to use for this problem and what formula is needed for this problem?

A paratrooper falls with the velocity 4 m/s. During his motion, western wind blows with velocity of 3 m/s. The factual velocity of the paratrooper with respect to the ground is: Give the answer in m/s side note: How would I know what formula to use for this problem and what formula is needed for this problem?

University Physics Volume 1

18th Edition

ISBN:9781938168277

Author:William Moebs, Samuel J. Ling, Jeff Sanny

Publisher:William Moebs, Samuel J. Ling, Jeff Sanny

Chapter3: Motion Along A Straight Line

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 26P: The Shanghai maglev train connects Longyang Road to Pudong International Airport, a distance of 30...

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