Question

walked 6 mi east, 9 mi north, and then another 6 mi east. how far from her starrting point?

Answer 1

use a grid. pick a starting point. let each unit represent one mile. then count 6 units- or miles- to the east (right), 9 units- or miles- north (up), then 6 units- or miles- east (right)

remember to mark your starting point, then count all the units you passed, or follow the lines with your pencil.

Answer 2

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