Question

The cities M, N, and O, in respective order, lie approximately in a straight line. The distance from city M to city N is 45 miles. The distance from city M to city O is 50 miles. Find the distance from city N to city O.

Answer 1

Explanation:

so, MN + NO = MO

MO = 50 miles

MN = 45 miles

therefore,

45 + NO = 50

NO = 50 - 45 = 5 miles