Solve the following problem. Be sure to make a diagram of the situation with all the given information labeled.
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A man wandering in the desert walks 2.7 miles in the direction S 27° W. He then turns 90° and walks 3.7 miles in the direction N 63° W. At that time, how far is he from his starting point?
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Apply the rules regarding the use of significant digits when determining your answers. Round the distance to the nearest tenth of miles and angle to the nearest degree.
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Distance from starting point = __________ mi
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What is the man's bearing from his starting point?
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__________ __________°__________
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What will be an ideal response?
4.6; S; 81; W
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