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Question 850539: Mandy leaves home for a walk. How far is she from her home after walking 2 miles due east and then 5 miles due south?
Answer by rvfer(117) About Me  (Show Source):
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c^2=2^2+5^2
c^2=29
c=sqrt 29
c=5.4 mi