OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e §10.8 Vectors · Exercise 74 · Geometry · Vectors in geometry
Vectors · Exercise 74
Two children are throwing a ball back and forth straight across the back seat of a car. The ball is being thrown 8 mph relative to the car, and the car is traveling 45 mph down the road. If one child doesn't catch the ball, and it flies out the window, in what direction does the ball fly (ignoring wind resistance)?
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OpenStax, Algebra and Trigonometry 2e · §10.8 Vectors · Exercise 74
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