Two cars A and B leave an intersection simultaneously. A travels North at 45 km/h and B travels East at 60 km/h. Find the direct distance between them after 1 hour. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two cars A and B leave an intersection simultaneously. A travels North at 45 km/h and B travels East at 60 km/h. Find the direct distance between them after 1 hour.
A. 80 km
B. 75 km
C. 85 km
D. 70 km
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In 1 hour, distance covered by A = 45 km, and by B = 60 km. Direct distance = sqrt(45^2 + 60^2) = sqrt(2025 + 3600) = sqrt(5625) = 75 km.

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