SOLUTION: Carla Chew lives 20 miles due north of her favorite radio station. While driving due east from her house, she was able to keep radio signal for about 75 miles. What is the broadcas

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Question 853087: Carla Chew lives 20 miles due north of her favorite radio station. While driving due east from her house, she was able to keep radio signal for about 75 miles. What is the broadcasting range of her favorite radio station?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
75^2+20^2=x^2
x = 77.621