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Question
The relative velocity of car A with respect to car B, V_AB, when both are moving on the ground in the same direction, is given by
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The velocity of A relative to B is found by vector subtraction: V_AB = V_A - V_B. This represents the velocity of A as seen by an observer moving with B. If they are moving in the same direction, the magnitudes subtract.
Hint
If both cars are going north, one at 60 km/h and one at 50 km/h, how fast does the faster car appear to be moving away from the slower car?