Vector Problems I've been stuck on them 4EVER

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The discussion revolves around solving a vector problem involving a jet ski's velocity relative to the ground and the water. The user attempts to find the speed of the jet ski relative to the water by setting up a right triangle with the ground speed as the hypotenuse and the river's speed as the x-component. They calculate the y-component using the sine function but are unsure if their answer of 3.11 m/s is correct. The conversation emphasizes breaking down the velocity into its components to solve the problem accurately. Clarification on the x and y components of the jet ski's velocity is sought to ensure the solution is correct.
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Homework Statement



You are riding on a jet ski at an acute angle upstream on a river flowing with a speed of 2.8 m/s. If your velocity relative to the ground is 9.9 m/s at an angle of 26.0° upstream, what is the speed of the jet ski relative to the water?


Homework Equations



Pythagorean Theorem, A+B = C in a vector quantity...thats about it

The Attempt at a Solution



I set up a right triangle where 9.9 is the hypotenuse, -2.8 is the x component, and I am trying to find the Y component. I get the y component by subtracting 9.9 - 2.8 and multiply that value by sin(26). I get 3.11 as the answer.

Is this right?

Thank you sooooo much if you can help me I've been stuck on this problem for a very long time.
 
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First examine the:

9.9 m/s at an angle of 26.0° upstream

This is the velocity of the jet ski with respect to ground... what is the x-component of this... what is the y-component of this... (ignore the river for now)
 

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