A boy travels 8 km eastward to a point B and then 6km northward to another point C. Determine the difference between the magnitude of displacement of the boy and distance travelled by him

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A. 2.0km
B. 4.0km
C. 10.0km
D. 13.0km

Correct Answer: Option B

B. 4.0km

Explanation

AC = √(8²+6²) = 10km

Distance travelled = 8 + 6 = 14km

Difference = i4 – 10 = 4km

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