A and B are the two points on the opposite banks of a pond. To continue the line past this obstacle, station C and D are taken such that C, B and D are on the same straight line. Distances AC, CB, BD and DA are measured to be 300 m, 150 m, 175 m and 250 m respectively. Find the length of line AB.

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A and B are the two points on the opposite banks of a pond. To
continue the line past this obstacle, station C and D are taken such that C, B
and D are on the same straight line. Distances AC, CB, BD and DA are measured
to be 300 m, 150 m, 175 m and 250 m respectively. Find the length of line AB.
Transcribed Image Text:A and B are the two points on the opposite banks of a pond. To continue the line past this obstacle, station C and D are taken such that C, B and D are on the same straight line. Distances AC, CB, BD and DA are measured to be 300 m, 150 m, 175 m and 250 m respectively. Find the length of line AB.
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