Every few years, sailboats of different countries compete in a race for a trophy called the America's Cup. The boats sail over the same distance. What, besides the distance, is needed to find out the speed of each boat in the race?
Group of answer choices
the speed of the wind during the race
the skill of the crew of each boat in the race
the size of each boat in the race
the time it takes each boat to finish the race
the time it takes each boat to finish the race
To find out the speed of each boat in the race, besides the distance, you would need the time it takes each boat to finish the race.
To find out the speed of each boat in the race, besides the distance, you would need the time it takes each boat to finish the race. This can be determined by timing each boat from the start to the finish line. By comparing the times, you can calculate the speed of each boat by dividing the distance traveled by the time taken.
The other options mentioned - the speed of the wind during the race, the skill of the crew of each boat, and the size of each boat - could also impact the performance of the boats, but they are not directly related to determining the speed of each boat. The speed of the wind can affect the overall pace of the race and how efficiently the boats move through the water. The skill of the crew can impact their ability to handle the boat and make strategic decisions. The size of each boat can affect its maneuverability and stability in different wind conditions. However, to specifically determine the speed of each boat, the time taken to complete the race is the key factor.