A boy moves 3 km south, then 4 km east, then 3 km north. Shortest distance from start? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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A boy moves 3 km south, then 4 km east, then 3 km north. Shortest distance from start?

A. 7 km

B. 3 km

C. 5 km

D. 4 km

Answer: Option D

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North-south cancel, 4 km east.

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Rahul walks 15 m towards north, then turns right and walks 20 m, then turns right and walks 15 m. How far is he from start?

A. 0 m

B. 15 m

C. 20 m

D. 35 m

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
North 15, right (east) 20, right (south) 15 -> net 20 m east.

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A person is facing north-west. He turns 90° left, then 45° right. Which direction?

A. North-east

B. South-west

C. North

D. West

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
NW (315°) -90° = 225° (SW), +45° = 270° (West).

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A man faces west. He turns 45° left, then 90° left, then 45° right. Which direction?

A. North

B. East

C. South

D. West

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
West (270°) -45° = 225° (SW), -90° = 135° (SE), +45° = 180° (South).

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