AMC8 2003 Problem 24

A ship travels from point A to point B along a semicircular path, centered at Island X. Then it travels along a straight path from B to C. Which of these graphs best shows the ship’s distance from Island X as it moves along its course?
2024-12-03_210333

Answer choices:
A. 2024-12-03 210330
B. 2024-12-03 210339
C. 2024-12-03 210348
D. 2024-12-03 210355
E. 2024-12-03 210409