A taxicab moves five blocks due north, five blocks due east, and another three blocks due north. Assume all blocks are of equal size. How far is the taxi from its starting point? Hide answer choices a A 8.6 blocks B. 13 blocks C) 9.4 blocks 9.2 blocks

A taxicab moves five blocks due north, five blocks due east, and another three blocks due north. Assume all blocks are of equal size. How far is the taxi from its starting point? Hide answer choices a A 8.6 blocks B. 13 blocks C) 9.4 blocks 9.2 blocks

Physics for Scientists and Engineers: Foundations and Connections

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A taxicab moves five blocks due north, five blocks due east, and another three blocks due north. Assume all blocks are of equal size. How far is the taxi from its starting point?
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