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Question from dane, a student: suppose that you drive 27 miles north, 31 miles east, 45 miles west, and 14 miles east. how far are you from your starting point? |
Dane,
Draw a diagram!
Start at the start position, drive 27 miles north to the place where you turn. Now go 31 miles east, then 45 miles west then 14 miles east. Where are you?
Penny
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