Direction sense — Mohan's facing after a rectangular path Mohan starts at point A, walks 1 km South, turns left and walks 1 km, turns left again and walks 1 km. Now he is facing which direction?
Verbal Reasoning
Direction Sense Test
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AEast
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BWest
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CNorth
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DSouth-west
Answer
Correct Answer: North
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A two left-turn walk typically reorients the traveller 180° from the original heading.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Legs: 1 km South → left to East 1 km → left to North 1 km.
- Each left turn is 90°.
Concept / Approach:Track heading after each turn, not just displacement.
Step-by-Step Solution:Start facing South.First left → face East.Second left → face North.Final step is towards North; hence final facing is North.
Verification / Alternative check:Sketching reveals a U-shaped path returning to a line parallel to the start, facing North.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:East/West/South-west do not match the heading after the second left.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing the direction back to A with current facing.
Final Answer:North