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Point B is 6 m to the east of point A. Point C is 8 m to the north of point B. What is the distance and direction of point C from point A?

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  • A10 m, North-West
  • B14 m, North-East
  • C2 m, East
  • D10 m, North-East

Step-by-Step Solution

A, B and C form a right triangle with legs 6 m and 8 m. AC = √ √100 = 10 m. C is north and east of A, i.e. to the North-East.
Answer: D) 10 m, North-East

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