[Essay] I want to change the sentence to an easier one. How long is the distance..

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How long is the idstance between you and your uncle while you are talking on the mobile phone?
 

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What is the distance...
 

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It is an introduction to an essay. I want to say How long is the distance from you and your friend overseas is during a mobile phone call.
 

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I am suggesting that, if you want to shorten it, you should say 'what is the distance..."
 

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Do you have any other suggestions?
 

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No, the rest of your sentence is as direct as it can be.
 
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