An Eagle Is Flying Due East at 8

Multiple Choice

An eagle is flying due east at 8.9 m/s carrying a gopher in its talons. The gopher manages to break free at a height of 12 m. What is the magnitude of the gopher's velocity as it reaches the ground? Note: effects of air resistance are not included in this calculation.

A) 22 m/s
B) 18 m/s
C) 11 m/s
D) 9.8 m/s
E) 8.9 m/s