Dan and Frank are roommates. They both leave their house on their bicycles at the same time. Dan rides west for 4 miles and then south for 3 miles. Frank rides east for 1 mile and then north for 2 miles. How far apart are they when they both arrive at their destinations?

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According to the question below, how far apart are Dan and Frank? Round your answer to two decimal places.

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anonymous · Answer

3^2+4^2=c^2 
c=5

q^2=1^2+2^2
q=~2.24
2.24+5=7.24

6.24 miles apart

anonymous · Answer

sorry, 7.24

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you got it?