Location of B is north of A and location of C is east of A. The distances AB and AC are 5 km and 12 km respectively. The shortest distance (in km) between the locations B and C is

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A.60
B.13Correct
C.17
D.7
Explanation & Solution

Correct Option: (B) 13

The position considered forms a right-angle triangle leading to the conclusion derived from Pythagorean theorem.

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Location of B is north of A and location of C is east of A. The distances AB and AC are 5 km and 12 km respectively. The shortest distance (in km) between the locations B and C is

A.60
B.13सही
C.17
D.7

सही उत्तर: (B) 13

The position considered forms a right-angle triangle leading to the conclusion derived from Pythagorean theorem.

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