Question

Rain is falling vertically with a speed of 40 $m s^{-1}$. Wind starts blowing with a speed of 16 $m s^{-1}$ in the west to east direction. How should a person, who is standing, hold his umbrella to avoid getting wet?

• A. At an angle of about 22° with vertical towards east
• B. At an angle of about 22° with vertical towards west
• C. At an angle of about 66° with vertical towards east
• D. At an angle of about 66° with vertical towards west

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

At an angle of about 22° with vertical towards west

Answer 2

The Correct answer is (B) : At an angle of about 22° with vertical towards west