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Question 2
A forest ranger in an observation tower sees a bear 15 miles to the north. The ranger also knows
there are campers located 19 miles due west of her post.
To the nearest mile, how far are the campers from the bear?
O 24 miles
O 5 miles
21 miles
O 34 miles

Respuesta :

Answer:

24 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

Please find attached a diagram explaining the question

this would be solved using Pythagoras theorem

The Pythagoras theorem : a² + b² = c²

where a = length

b = base

c =  hypotenuse

15² + 19²

225 + 361

586

the square root of 586 = 24 miles

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