Physics

Physics

Problem

Inside a train moving east, a child walks 1.5 m/s1.5\,\text{m/s} toward the rear (west) measured relative to the train. An observer standing on the ground sees the child moving 0.5 m/s0.5\,\text{m/s} east. What is the speed of the train relative to the ground? a) 1.0 m/s1.0\,\text{m/s} west b) 2.0 m/s2.0\,\text{m/s} west c) 2.0 m/s2.0\,\text{m/s} east d) 1.0 m/s1.0\,\text{m/s} east

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