Points P and Q are respectively 4m North and 3m East of point R. Calculate the distance between point P and Q​

Answer :

  • PR=4m
  • QR=3m

Apply Pythagorean theorem

  • PQ²=QR²+PR²
  • PQ²=4²+3²
  • PQ²=5²
  • PQ=5m
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Answer:

Distance between point P and Q = 5m

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

  • Point P is 4m north (↑) of Point R
  • Point Q is 3m east (→) of Point R

Using Pythagorean Theorem (applicable for only right triangles)

  • PQ = √4² + 3²
  • PQ = √25
  • PQ = 5 m

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