Question

Find the missing side length

A man rides his bike 15 miles southeast
and then 12 miles west. How far is he
from his starting point?

Answer 1

Answer: 19.21

Step-by-step explanation:

12^2 + b^2 = 15^2

subtract 12^2 from both sides

b^2 = 15^2 - 12^2

b^2 = 81

b = 9

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