A 2000-kg sailboat experiences an eastward force of 2000 N by the ocean tide and a wind force against its sails with magnitude of 6000 N directed toward the northwest (45° N of W).What is the direction of the resultant acceleration?
A) 60° N of E
B) 62° N of W
C) 30° N of E
D) 74° N of W

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The Answer of A 2000-kg sailboat experiences an eastward force of 2000 N by the ocean tide and a wind force against its sails with magnitude of 6000 N directed toward the northwest (45° N of W).What is the direction of the resultant acceleration?
A) 60° N of E
B) 62° N of W
C) 30° N of E
D) 74° N of W

A 2000-Kg Sailboat Experiences an Eastward Force of 2000 N