Question : Directions: A hiker walks 2 km south, then turns west and walks for 4 km, then turns north and walks for 5 km, then turns to his right and walks for 4 km. Where is he now from his starting position?
Option 1: 7 km, North
Option 2: 3 km, North
Option 3: 3 km, South
Option 4: 7 km, South
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Correct Answer: 3 km, North
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
So, from the above, the distance between the starting point and the endpoint is 3 km, and the hiker is now in the North direction from his starting position.
Hence, the second option is correct .
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