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Distance and Direction Reasoning Formulas

This chapter deals with the linear distance and direction between two points in two dimensional planes. To solve the problems based on distance and direction the sense of direction and standard Trigonometrical ratios are important.

1. The angle and direction
Angle and Direction formula 01

2. The standard Trigonometrical ratio table
Distance and Direction formula 02

3. In any right angled triangle, +=
Distance and Direction formula 03

Example: No 01
A man went 15 kms to the North. Then he turned West and covered 10 kms. Then he turned South and covered 5 kms. Finally, turned to East, he covered 10 kms. In which direction is he from his house?
(A) West
(B) East
(C) North
(D) South
Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Distance and Direction Example 01

Example: No 02
A boy walks a while facing towards the sun, then he turns to his right and continues to walk. Later he turns left and finally, turning to his right, he stops. Which direction is he facing now?
(A) North
(B) South
(C) East
(D) West
Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Distance and Direction Example 02


Distance and Direction:
Formula:                Distance and Direction Formulas
Solved Examples:  Solved Examples: Set 01