$A$ boat is moving with a velocity $3i + 4j$ with respect to the ground. The water in the river is moving with a velocity $-3i - 4j$ with respect to the ground. The relative velocity of the boat with respect to the water is:

  • A
    $8j$
  • B
    $-6i - 8j$
  • C
    $6i + 8j$
  • D
    $5\sqrt{2}$

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