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Nisha walks 2.4 km west and then 1 km south. How far is she, in a straight line, from where she began?

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  • A2.6 km
  • B3.4 km
  • C1.4 km
  • D3 km

Step-by-Step Solution

The two legs are at right angles, so the distance = √ √6.76 = 2.6 km.
Answer: A) 2.6 km

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