Multiple choice general knowledge

Two men start from point X. They walk in opposite directions for 4 metres and then turn left. They then walk for a further 3 metres. What is the final distance between the two men?

  1. 7

  2. 8

  3. 10

  4. 12

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C Correct answer
Explanation

After walking 4m in opposite directions, the men are 8m apart (4+4). Each then turns left (creating a right angle) and walks 3m, forming two right triangles. Using the Pythagorean theorem: each man is 5m from his turning point (sqrt(4^2+3^2)=5), and the total distance is 5+5=10m.