Question

Jogging Jake runs at 4 m/s along a train flatcar that moves at 10 m/s in the same direction. Jake's speed relative to the ground is_________________.

Answer 1

Answer:

6 m/s

Explanation:

Velocity of Jake with respect to train = 4 m/s

velocity of train with respect to ground = 10 m/s

By the formula of relative velocity

velocity of Jake with respect to ground = 10 - 4 = 6 m/s