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Jetpack flyer recently landed in LA (230, 20). He found out his target is in San Francisco (40, 220). His jetpack can go 250 miles without refueling. How far will he have to walk when his jetpack runs out (Rounded to the nearest mile)?

He would have to walk approximately _____ miles when his jetpack runs out (Rounded to the nearest mile). Enter as a number only (units are already in the question).

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Answer:

He has to walk 25.86 miles when his jetpack runs out

Explanation:

Distance between LA (230,20) and San Francisco (40,220) is


√((230-40)^2 + (20-220)^2)\\275.86miles

He travelled distance of 250 miles without refueling.

He has to walk 25.86 miles when his jetpack runs out

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