Math Problem Statement

Aman launches his boat from point A on one side of a river that is 3 km wide. He wants to reach point B, which is 1 km downstream on the opposite bank. Aman can row at a speed of 6 km/h and run at a speed of 8 km/h. The goal is to determine how far downstream from C (the point directly across the river from A) Aman should land in order to minimize the total time it takes to reach B.

Solution

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extracted_textThe image contains a problem involving optimization and motion in two directions. Here's a summary of the situation:

  • Aman launches his boat from point A on one side of a river that is 3 km wide.
  • He wants to reach point B, which is 1 km downstream on the opposite bank.
  • Aman can row at a speed of 6 km/h and run at a speed of 8 km/h.
  • The goal is to determine how far downstream from C (the point directly across the river from A) Aman should land in order to minimize the total time it takes to reach B.

This problem involves optimizing the total time, which is the sum of the time spent rowing and the time spent running.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Optimization
Motion in two directions
Minimizing time

Formulas

Time = Distance / Speed
Pythagoras' Theorem

Theorems

Optimization theorem
Pythagorean theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12