A plane is 65 miles south and 60 miles west of an airport. The pilot wants to fly directly to the airport. What bearing should be taken? Round your answer to the nearest degree.

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The bearing is the angle measured clockwise from north. The plane is 65 miles south, so the angle is less than 180 degrees. The plane is 60 miles west, so the angle is greater than 90 degrees. The only choice that satisfies both of these conditions is E) 43 degrees.

A Plane Is 65 Miles South and 60 Miles West