Relative location from start after L-shaped detours: Ramesh: West 3 km → left 2 km → right 3 km → right 2 km. In which direction is he from his starting point now?

Introduction / Context:The question asks for Ramesh’s location relative to his starting point (not facing) after several orthogonal moves.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• West 3, South 2 (left from West), West 3 (right from South), North 2 (right from West).

Concept / Approach:Component-wise displacement.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:Path symmetry shows the two 2 km vertical legs cancel.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:They imply nonzero y or positive x which do not occur.

Common Pitfalls:Answering with facing direction (North) instead of position; the prompt asks “in which direction is Ramesh from his starting point.”

Final Answer:West