Question : Directions: Prince drives 8 km towards the east from point A. He takes a right turn and drives 3 km. Again, he takes a right turn and drives 5 km. He takes a right turn and drives 8 km. Finally, he takes a left turn and drives 3 km to reach point B. How far and towards which direction should he drive now to reach point A again?
Option 1: 3 km towards the west
Option 2: 5 km towards the south
Option 3: 2 km towards the east
Option 4: 4 km towards the north
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Correct Answer: 5 km towards the south
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
Here, A is the starting point and B is the endpoint. AE = 8 km; ED = 3 km; DC = 5 km; CF = 8 km; FB = 3 km Now, find the distance between the starting point and the endpoint – AB = FO = CF – ED = 8 – 3 = 5 km
So, Prince should drive 5 km towards the south to reach point A. Hence, the second option is correct.
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