2. The schooner Roseway travels due east for 7 nautical miles. Then, the schooner changes course and travels due south for 10 nautical miles. a. Now, how far is the schooner from its starting point? b. In what direction should the schooner travel to return directly to its starting point?

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**Task: Schooner Roseway Navigation**

2. The schooner *Roseway* travels due east for 7 nautical miles. Then, the schooner changes course and travels due south for 10 nautical miles.

   a. Now, how far is the schooner from its starting point?

   b. In what direction should the schooner travel to return directly to its starting point?

*Image Description:* The image shows a schooner sailing on the water, with its sails fully extended. This vessel represents the schooner *Roseway*, which is used in the problem above.
Transcribed Image Text:**Task: Schooner Roseway Navigation** 2. The schooner *Roseway* travels due east for 7 nautical miles. Then, the schooner changes course and travels due south for 10 nautical miles. a. Now, how far is the schooner from its starting point? b. In what direction should the schooner travel to return directly to its starting point? *Image Description:* The image shows a schooner sailing on the water, with its sails fully extended. This vessel represents the schooner *Roseway*, which is used in the problem above.
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