tidal wave pushes a boat by 3000 N eastwardly. The wind blows on its sails with a force of 6000 N, 45° N of W. What is the direction of the boat's acceleration?

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A tidal wave pushes a boat by 3000 N eastwardly. The wind blows on its sails with a force of 6000 N, 45° N of W. What is the direction of the boat's acceleration?

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30° N of W
60° N of E
30° N of E
74° N of W
 
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