A V-shaped bow wave is produced when a boat moves
1) more slowly than the velocity of waves in the water.
2) as fast as the waves in the water.
3) faster than the velocity of waves in the water.
4) at any speed, slower or faster than the water waves.
Which bow wave corresponds to the faster-moving boat?
5) I
6) II
Answer: 3, 5
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