Question : Directions: Vineet travels 16 km towards the west, turns right, travels another 12 km, and then takes two successive left turns, covering 8 km and 12 km after each turn, respectively. Finally, he takes a right turn and travels 10 km farther. How far is he now from his original position?

Option 1: 46 km

Option 2: 34 km

Option 3: 40 km

Option 4: 38 km


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: 34 km


Solution : Draw a diagram as per the given details –

Now, find the distance between the starting and endpoints –

The distance between the starting point and the endpoint
= AF + FE + ED
= 10 + 8 + 16
= 34 km

So, the distance between the starting point and endpoint is 34 km. Hence, the second option is correct.

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