SOLUTION: A long-distance runner runs 2 mi. south and then 6 mi. east. How far is the runner from the
starting point?
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Question 380839: A long-distance runner runs 2 mi. south and then 6 mi. east. How far is the runner from the
starting point?
Answer by rfer(16322) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2^2+6^2=c^2
4+36=40
sqrt 40=6.32 miles
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