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28. A person walks 6 m east and then 8 m north. The magnitude of the displacement is

A. 2 m
B. 10 m
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C. 14 m
D. 48 m

📝 Explanation

The displacements are perpendicular. (R=sqrt{6^2+8^2}=10) m.

📖 Additional Information

  • 2 m
  • 10 m
  • 14 m
  • 48 m

The displacements are perpendicular. (R=sqrt{6^2+8^2}=10) m.

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