In a model yacht race on a river
five identical yachts A,B,C,D,E are
released at the same time from
different points along the starting
line.
a)why should C win?
b) as they approach the finishing
line they all slow down. Why?
If they are going downstream, the stream is strongest in the center of the river, often.
b. No clue, but I bet there is a diagram showing the river is widening, ie, current is slower.
a) To determine why yacht C should win, we need to consider the conditions of the race and the factors that might affect the outcome. Since all five yachts are identical, assuming no external factors like wind or currents, the chances of any particular yacht winning would be equal.
However, if we consider the positions of the yachts along the starting line, yacht C might have an advantage. For example, if yacht C is positioned closer to the finishing line than the other yachts, it would have a shorter distance to cover, which would increase its chances of winning.
To determine the exact positioning of the yachts and their distances from the finishing line, we would need more information about the starting line and the initial positions of each yacht.
b) The scenario describes that all the yachts slow down as they approach the finishing line. This can be attributed to various factors, such as drag and resistance.
As the yachts sail, they encounter resistance from the water and the air. This resistance creates drag, which acts against the forward motion of the yachts, making it harder for them to maintain their initial speed. Additionally, as the yachts approach the finishing line, they might face additional obstacles or altered wind conditions, further slowing them down.
It's important to note that without precise information about the race and the specific conditions, we can only provide general reasons why the yachts might slow down.