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A truck driver goes 20 km towards the east and then 48 km towards the north. What is the shortest distance between the truck and its starting point?

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  • A52 km
  • B68 km
  • C28 km
  • D50 km

Step-by-Step Solution

The two legs form a right angle, so the distance = √ √(400 + 2304) = √2704 = 52 km.
Answer: A) 52 km

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