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Starting from her house, Meena cycles 7 km south, turns left and cycles 12 km, then turns left again and cycles 16 km. How far is she now from her house? (answer in km)

Competition practiceReasoning & Mental Ability
  • A15
  • B35
  • C21
  • D12

Step-by-Step Solution

Facing south, a left turn means east: 12 km east. Facing east, a left turn means north: 16 km north. Net: 16 − 7 = 9 km north and 12 km east, so distance = √ √225 = 15 km.
Answer: A) 15

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