SOLUTION: A boat is 8km north and 15km west of its starting point.How far is the boat from its starting point?

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Question 856497: A boat is 8km north and 15km west of its starting point.How far is the boat from its starting point?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It's a right triangle.
d%5E2+=+8%5E2+%2B+15%5E2