Relative Speed Problem
Determine the velocities of the boats relative to shore and the velocity of the boats relative to each other.
Use the lamp pole in the foreground, the size of the boats and the running clock to determine the speeds.
When you are ready to start the problem, click on the begin button.
When you have finished collecting data, click end to submit your answers.
Use the lamp pole in the foreground, the size of the boats and the running clock to determine the speeds.
When you are ready to start the problem, click on the begin button.
When you have finished collecting data, click end to submit your answers.
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Enter Your Answers Below
Give all your answers in m/s. Put only your numeric values for speed. Don't include units or a direction (+/-).
Your Name:
Boat 1 Speed (relative to shore):
Boat 2 Speed (relative to shore):
Relative Speed of Boats:
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Person's Name
Speed of Boat 1
Speed of Boat 2
Relative Speed
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