What are the initial velocities of two vehicles after a glancing collision?

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In a glancing collision, Vehicle A (1400-kg) initially travels at a velocity that needs to be calculated, while Vehicle B (1000-kg) is moving north. After the collision, Vehicle A moves at 12.13 m/s at 35˚ from its original path, and Vehicle B moves at 10.85 m/s at 10˚ from its original path. The initial velocities calculated by the user were Va=0.58 m/s and Vb=269 m/s, which they doubted were correct. Other participants in the discussion confirmed that the user's calculations appeared accurate, indicating a need for further verification of the initial velocities.
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Vehicle A (1400-kg) traveling 60˚ north of east collides with Vehicle B (1000-kg) traveling North. After the collision Vehicle A is moving at 12.13 m/s at 35˚ from its original path. Vehicle B is moving at 10.85 m/s at 10˚ from its original path. Find the initial velocities of both vehicles.

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I attempted this problem, and got Va=0.58m/s and Vb=269m/s
I don't think this answer is right, so I was wondering if someone could help me? Thanks!
 

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Your working and numbers look fine to me.
 

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