A walks 3 km North, turns left and goes 2 km, turns left again and goes 3 km, then turns right and continues straight. In which direction is A now walking?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: West

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
Direction-sense questions require tracking headings after a sequence of left/right turns. Your task is to find the person’s current direction, not position.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Go 3 km North.
  • Turn left → face West; go 2 km.
  • Turn left again → face South; go 3 km.
  • Turn right and proceed; we only need the facing after this last turn.


Concept / Approach:
Each left/right turn is relative to the current facing. Draw a quick compass or note the order N-E-S-W to reason about rotations.



Step-by-Step Solution:

Start facing North.Left from North → West.Left from West → South.Right from South → West.


Verification / Alternative check:
Use a rotation table: Left turn is -90 degrees, right turn is +90 degrees relative to the current heading. Applying the sequence yields West at the end.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • North or South would require different turn outcomes.
  • East is the opposite of the final result here.


Common Pitfalls:
Mixing up left/right after multiple turns or assuming turns are from the original direction.



Final Answer:
West

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