A jet takes off bearing N 32° W and flies 6 miles, and then makes a right turn (90°) and flies 20 miles farther. If the control tower operator wanted to locate the plane, what bearing would he use? Round to the nearest degree.

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A jet takes off bearing N 32° W and flies 6 miles, and then makes a right turn (90°) and flies 20 miles farther. If the control tower operator wanted to locate the plane, what bearing would he use? Round to the nearest degree.
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