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An aeroplane leaves Delhi airport and flies 600 km due west, then turns and flies 800 km due south.
What is the shortest distance, in km, from its starting point at this stage?

Class 10Pythagoras TheoremGeometry — Similarity
  • A900
  • B2000
  • C1100
  • D1000

Step-by-Step Solution

West and south paths are perpendicular. Distance = km.
Answer: D) 1000

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