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Arctic Research (Maths Coursework)
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MATHS COURSEWORK "ARCTIC RESEARCH" Introduction: In my investigation, a group of researchers are to set up a series of observation sites at equal distances from each other in the Arctic on the circumference of a circle of radius 50 km. The aim of my investigation is to figure out how long the researchers should be prepared to travel for on each journey. I am also to find where in the circle that the base camp should be located in order to minimize these journey times as short as possible. Using some calculations I will determine all of this taking into account that there is a strong westerly wind present constantly at all times in the area. I found out, from research, that average wind velocities in the Arctic are from 25 - 35 km/h. I will use this range in my investigation. The bearing at which the planes must depart is affected by...
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