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A paricle starting from the origin (0,0) moves in a straight line in `(x,y)` plane. Its coordinates at a later time are `(sqrt(3),3)`. The path of the particle makes with the x-axis an angle of

A

`45^(@)`

B

`60^(@)`

C

`0^(@)`

D

`30^(@)`

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The correct Answer is:
B
(b): `tan theta=(3)/(sqrt3)=sqrt3`
`theta=60^(@)`
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