Question

A navy vessel is traveling due north during wartime. A torpedo has been launched by an enemy directly toward the stern(rear) of the vessel. Can the vessel outrun the torpedo if both continue in a straight line due north?

Answer 1

Answer: B

No, the navy vessel is slower

Step-by-step explanation:

Standard Torpedoes such as the British Spearfish travel at about 100 knots ( 120 miles per hour ). While naval vessels top Speed is about 63 knots ( 72 mile per hour).

Due to this fact, vessel cannot outrun the torpedo if both continue in a straight line due north.