Math Problem Statement
A small radio transmitter broadcasts in a 50 mile radius. If you drive along a straight line from a city 59 miles north of the transmitter to a second city 64 miles east of the transmitter, during how much of the drive will you pick up a signal from the transmitter?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Coordinate Geometry
Circle Equations
Quadratic Equations
Formulas
Distance formula
Quadratic formula
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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