Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition
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ISBN: 9780078807213
Author: Paul W. Zitzewitz
Publisher: Glencoe/McGraw-Hill
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Chapter 5, Problem 66A
To determine
To Find:The displacement of Alfredo from the camp and the direction in which Alfredo should head to get back to the camp.
Expert Solution & Answer
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Alfredo walks 4 km East, then 6 km South, 3 km East, 5 km North, 10 km West, 8 km North and finally 3 km South.
Calculation:
The net displacement of Alfredo is:
Conclusion: Alfredo is 6.4 km away from the camp and should head South-East.
Chapter 5 Solutions
Glencoe Physics: Principles and Problems, Student Edition
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