As you are gathering leaves for a science project, you look back at your campsite and see that the campfire is not completely out. You want to get water from a nearby river to put out the flames with the bucket you are using to collect leaves. Use the diagram and the steps below to determine the shortest distance you must travel.

a. Making a Table Make a table with columns labeled BC, AC, CE, and AC + CE. Enter values of BC from 10 to 120 in increments of 10. 

b. Calculating Values Calculate AC, CE, and AC + CE for each value of BC, and record the results in the table. Then, use your table of values to determine the shortest distance you must travel. 

c. Drawing a Picture Draw an accurate picture to scale of the shortest distance.

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60 ft B 120 ft E 30 ft D