Question

Mario walked 250 ft south then 430 ft west. How far is he from the starting point? Round off answers to the nearest hundredths place.

Answer 1

497.39 FEET

Explanation:

Please check the attached image for a diagram of the bearings

This question can be solved using Pythagoras theorem

The Pythagoras theorem : a² + b² = c²

we want to determine the value of c

250² + 430² = 247400

c = √247400 = 497.39 feet