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Ranjit went 15 kms to the west from my house, then turned left and walked 20 kms. He then turned East and walked 25 kms and finally turning left covered 20 kms. How far was he from his house?

A) 5 kms                          

B) 10 kms

C) 40 kms            

D) 80 kms

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

The movements of Ranjit are as shown in the figure. Ranjit's distance from his house at A\[=\left( 25-15 \right)m=10m.\]