Shyam starts walking towards the East and, after walking 20 m, turns to the South and walks 10 m. He then turns to his right and walks 30 m. In which direction is he now with respect to the starting point?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → South-West
A right turn moves the facing direction one step clockwise (South → West). Keep a running total of the distance east (or west) and north (or south) of the start.
Facing East, 20 m: 20 m east of the start
Turns to the South, 10 m: 20 m east, 10 m south
Turns right, now facing West, 30 m: \(30-20=10\) m west, 10 m south
He is south and west of the start
He is South-West of the starting point.
