Two Planes Leave an Airport at the Same Time

question 67

Short Answer

Two planes leave an airport at the same time. One travels due west (bearing 270°) with a cruising speed of 420 mph. The other travels at bearing 235° with a cruising speed of 440 mph. Approximate the distance between the planes after 3 hours of flight.

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