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A pilot flew for 210 miles at 21 degrees and then 147 miles at 162 degrees. How far was he from his starting point? Answer in three decimal place.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

7th Edition

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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Chapter5: Similar Triangles

Section5.1: Ratios, Rates And Proportions

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