The stream of a river is flowing with a speed of 
. A swimmer can swim at a speed of 
. What should be the direction of the swimmer with respect to the flow of the river to cross the river straight?
A
B
C
D
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
To cross the river straight
Direction of swimmer with respect to flow
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