Directions - Distance based Questions

In these types of questions, a student is asked to find out the distance from one point to another. This point can be starting position, current position or any other place. This question will require Pythagoras theorem in some cases, while in some cases we can easily find out distance between two points by simply drawing diagrams.

Examples

1. 30
2. 45
3. 50
4. 65

Answer: B

Diagram

Question

Maria walked 30 m towards the north. She turned right and walked 40 m. She then turned right and walked 45 m. She turned left and walked 25 m. Finally, she turned left and walked 15 m. How far is she from the starting position?

1. 55
2. 65
3. 30
4. 45

Answer: B

Explanation