Calc based- motion in 2 and 3 dimensions

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To solve the problem of a train's average velocity over its journey, it's essential to break down the motion into eastward and northward components. The train travels at 79.0 km/h for 25 minutes east, then at an angle of 37.0° east of north for 18.0 minutes, and finally west for 54.0 minutes. Calculating the total distance traveled in each segment and converting time to hours will allow for the determination of average velocity magnitude and direction. It's important to make an initial attempt at the problem by referencing notes or textbooks for similar examples. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of understanding motion components to accurately calculate average velocity.
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A train at a constant 79.0 km/h moves east for 25 min, then in a direction 37.0° east of due north for 18.0 min, and then west for 54.0 min. What are the (a) magnitude (in km/h) and (b) angle (relative to north, with east of north positive and west of north negative) of its average velocity during this trip?


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Apparently I don't know.

The Attempt at a Solution


I really have no idea where to even start.
 
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It's always best to start by splitting the motion into perpendicular components, in this case eastward components and northward components.

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