A tree is 8km due south of a building. Kofi is standing 8km west of the tree. How far is Kofi from the building?
A
4√2km
B
8km
C
8√2km
D
16km
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
\(x^2 = 8^2 + 8^2\)
\(x^2 = 64 + 64 = 128\)
\(x = \sqrt{128}\)
= \(8\sqrt{2}\) km
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #26437)