Question
Download Solution PDFIsha starts from Point A and drives 5 km towards the East. She then takes a left turn, drives 7 km, turns left and drives 9 km. She then takes a left turn and drives 12 km. She takes a final left turn, drives 4 km and stops at Point P. How far (shortest distance) and towards which direction should she drive in order to reach Point A again? (All turns are 90 degrees turns only unless specified)
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OSSC Excise SI (Mains) Official Paper (Held On: 17 Oct, 2024 Shift 2)
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 3 : 5 km to the North
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFIsha's movements:
Net displacement:
- East: 5 km - 9 km + 4 km = 0 km
- North: 7 km - 12 km = -5 km (or 5 km South)
To reach Point A from P:
- Distance: 5 km
- Direction: North
Isha should drive 5 km towards the North to reach Point A again.
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