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 magnitude of the resultant acceleration?

a. 2.2 m/s2
c. 1.5 m/s2
b. 2.4 m/s2
d. 3.0 m/s2


B

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