A ferry is moving due east and encounters a southwest wind of speed (v_{W}=10 mathrm{~m} / mathrm{s})

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A ferry is moving due east and encounters a southwest wind of speed \(v_{W}=10 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}\) as shown. The experienced ferry captain wishes to minimize the effects of the wind on the passengers who are on the outdoor decks. At what speed \(v_{B}\) should he proceed?

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