SOLUTION: A ship moves in the direction N 65 degrees W for 4 hours at 35 mph. How far north
and how far west does it travel?
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Question 1194322: A ship moves in the direction N 65 degrees W for 4 hours at 35 mph. How far north
and how far west does it travel?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A ship moves in the direction N 65 degrees W for 4 hours at 35 mph. How far north
and how far west does it travel?
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4*35 = 140 miles
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Angle with the x-axis = 90-65 = 25 degs
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North distance = 140*sin(25)
West distance = 140*cos(25)
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