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CBSE Class 11-science Answered

A stream of width d is flowing with velocity v. A person who can swim with speed V relative to water wishes to row straight across it. In what direction should he strike out and how long would it take him to cross the stream.
Asked by Topperlearning User | 04 Jun, 2014, 01:23: PM
answered-by-expert Expert Answer

In order to be able to row straight across the stream, the person must strike out at an angle θ upstream, such that the resultant R of his own velocity and velocity of stream is perpendicular to velocity of stream.

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