Easy Resultant Velocity Problem

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The problem involves determining the resultant velocity of a duck flying south while being affected by a wind gust. The context is within the subject area of kinematics, specifically dealing with vector addition and relative motion.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the effects of wind on the duck's velocity, with one suggesting a specific case to consider. There is also mention of drawing vectors to visualize the problem.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different scenarios and interpretations of the problem. Some guidance has been offered regarding the relationship between the duck's speed and the wind's effect, but no consensus has been reached.

Contextual Notes

There is a mention of potential confusion regarding angles and vector representation, indicating that assumptions about the direction of motion may need clarification.

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I need help in this problem!

It goes: For the winter, a duck flies 10.0m/s south against a gust of wind with a speed of 2.5m/s. What is the resultant velocity of the duck?
 
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Please show an attempt at a solution. You might want to look at a case where the duck is flying at 10m/s south, and the wind is blowing at 10 m/s north. What is the duck's velocity with respect to the ground for this case?? In your case?
 
If he moves 10m/s and is slowed by 2.5m/s than how fast is the duck moving? Its the difference between the values. If confused draw vectors. That is it unless angles are involved.
 

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