MHB How Far is Point (b,0) from the Final Destination (10,0)?

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The discussion centers on calculating the distance from point (b,0) to the final destination (10,0) after a person has walked from (0,0) to (10,0). The individual stopped between points (a,0) and (b,0), with a distance of 2m separating these two points. To find the distance from (10,0) to (b,0), the formula used is 10 - b. This calculation is essential for understanding the remaining distance to the final destination. The conversation emphasizes the importance of precise distance measurements in this context.
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A person walked a distance of 10m from (0,0) to (10,0) - final distnation; prior to reaching final distancetion he stopped betwen 2 points (a,0) and (b,0). The distance between (a,0) and (b,0) is 2m. I need to know the distance between (10,0) and (b,0) Please check graph attached

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mansourjavna said:
A person walked a distance of 10m from (0,0) to (10,0) - final distnation; prior to reaching final distancetion he stopped betwen 2 points (a,0) and (b,0). The distance between (a,0) and (b,0) is 2m. I need to know the distance between (10,0) and (b,0) Please check graph attached

Distance between (10,0) and (b,0) is 10-b
 

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