The discussion focuses on calculating the magnitude of change in velocity and direction for a sailing boat initially moving at 12 m/s due North and then changing direction to North-West at a speed of 5.5 m/s. Participants clarify that magnitude of velocity refers to speed, but direction is crucial in determining the overall change in velocity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of showing work in physics problems to facilitate effective assistance.
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No. It is not a trick question. Direction has something to do with it. However, the OP has not shown any work, so we should resist the urge to provide advice until he or she has shown some effort and thereby given us a starting point.William White said:is this a trick question?
magnitude of velocity is just speed, so has nothing to do with direction.