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From a point P, R is 5km due West and 12km due South. Find the distance between P and R'.

A
5km
B
12km
C
13km
D
17km
correct option: c

Apply Pythagoras theorem:

  PR\(^2\) = 5\(^2\) + 12\(^2\)

  25 + 144 = 169

  PR = √(169)= 13km

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