Solve the problem.
-A middle schoolʹs baseball playing field is a square, 55 feet on a side. How far is it directly from homeplate to second base (the diagonal of the square)? If necessary, round to the nearest foot.
A)78 feet
B)79 feet
C)77 feet
D)85 feet

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The diagonal of a square can be found using the formula: diagonal = side * √2. For a square with a side of 55 feet, the diagonal is 55 * √2 ≈ 77.78 feet, which rounds to 78 feet.

Solve the Problem. -A Middle Schoolʹs Baseball Playing Field Is a Square, 55