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From the bus stop, Yamini walks 2 km west, 5 km north, 10 km west and then 4 km north. How far is she from the bus stop in a straight line?

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  • A15 km
  • B21 km
  • C12 km
  • D9 km

Step-by-Step Solution

Net west = 2 + 10 = 12 km; net north = 5 + 4 = 9 km. Distance = √(144 + 81) = √225 = 15 km.
Answer: A) 15 km

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