1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
The wind exerts a force of 420 N toward the south on the sails of Gerrys sailboat, while the water exerts a force on the sailboat of 160 N west.The boat and Gerry have a combined mass of 320 kg, what are the magnitude and direction of the sailboats acceleration?
The wind exerts a force of 420 N toward the south on the sails of Gerrys sailboat, while the water exerts a force on the sailboat of 160 N west.The boat and Gerry have a combined mass of 320 kg, what are the magnitude and direction of the sailboats acceleration?
2. Relevant equations
f= sqrt(Force 1^2+Force 2^2)
3. The attempt at a solution
I need to find the total force of the boat.
F=sqrt((420)^2+(160)^2))
F=sqrt(202000)
F=449.44 N
I would appreciate some guidance.
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