Question

using the paths shown, how long is the shortest route from centerville to burlington? centerville 10.7 km arcadia 8.2 km stafford 11.2 km burlington 17.4 km km submit

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate the length of the route Centerville - Arcadia - Stafford - Burlington

Add the lengths of each segment:
$$10.7+8.2 + 11.2=10.7+(8.2 + 11.2)=10.7 + 19.4=30.1$$

Step2: Calculate the length of the route Centerville - Arcadia - Burlington

Add the lengths of the two segments:
$$10.7+17.4 = 28.1$$

Answer:

\(28.1\)