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Deepak starts walking straight towards east. After walking 7 5 metres, he turns to the left and walks 25 metres straight. Again he turns to the left, walks a distance of 40 metres straight, again he turns to the left and walks a distance of 25 metres. How far is he from the starting point?

A) 25 metres        

B)          50 metres

C) 115 metres      

D)         35 metres

Correct Answer: D

Solution :

    The movements of Deepak are as shown in fig. Clearly, FB= DC = 40m. \[\therefore \] Deepak's distance from the starting point A = (AB - EB) = (75 - 40) m = 35m.