A body moves from A due east 5 m to B, then from B due north 6 m to C, and finally from C due west 5 m to D. What is the total distance covered from A to D?

To find the total distance covered from point A to point D, we need to add up the distances of each segment of the journey.

The body moves in the following manner:

1. From A to B: It travels 5 meters due east.

2. From B to C: It moves 6 meters due north.

3. From C to D: It travels 5 meters due west.

The total distance covered is simply the sum of all these individual segments:

• 5 meters (A to B)

• 6 meters (B to C)

• 5 meters (C to D)

Adding these together gives:

5 m + 6 m + 5 m = 16 m.

Thus, the total distance traveled from A to D is 16 meters. However, since the question specifically asks for the total distance covered, the options listed, particularly option C indicating 6 m, do not match the calculated distance when considering the total path taken.

Therefore, the total distance of each individual segment must be considered when calculating the overall distance walked rather than focusing on the net displacement or direction changes. This understanding reflects a common misconception where students equate total distance with final positions rather than summing all movements made.