How far are they from where they started? Express your answer using three significant figures. 293 km Submit Previous Answers Correct Part B In what direction are they from where the started, measured counterclockwise from due east?

How far are they from where they started? Express your answer using three significant figures. 293 km Submit Previous Answers Correct Part B In what direction are they from where the started, measured counterclockwise from due east?

University Physics Volume 1

18th Edition

ISBN:9781938168277

Author:William Moebs, Samuel J. Ling, Jeff Sanny

Publisher:William Moebs, Samuel J. Ling, Jeff Sanny

Chapter2: Vectors

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 38P: Suppose you walk 18.0 m straight west and then 25.0 m straight north. How far are you from your...

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Someone drives 215 km west before turning to go
98 km southwest at 45°.
How far are they from where they started?
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293 km
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