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Uma walks 10 km east, turns left and walks 8 km, then turns left again and walks 10 km. How far is she from the starting point?

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  • A28 km
  • B8 km
  • C10 km
  • D18 km

Step-by-Step Solution

East, then left = north, then left = west. The 10 km east and 10 km west cancel, so she is 8 km north of the start.
Answer: B) 8 km

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