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Katie has to drive 15 miles east and 36 miles north to get to her aunt's house. Which of the following equations could be used to find the direct distance to her aunt's house?

1. 36 2 + b2 = 15 2
2. 15 2 + 36 2 = c2
3. a2 + 15 2 = 36 2

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It is B/2 you are welcome.
User Looki
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15 miles + 36 miles = total miles
User Vivek Dragon
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