Question

A man walks 20 meters east. Then turning to his left and walks 10 meters. Then turning to his left, he walks 8 meters. Again turns to his left and walks 15 meters. How far is he from his initial position?

• A. 5m
• B. 12m
• C. 13m
• D. 33m

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 13m

$AC=\sqrt{AB^2+BC^2}$

$=\sqrt{12^2+5^2}$

$=\sqrt{144+25}$

$=\sqrt{169}$

$=13m$