Direction Sense

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Direction Sense MCQ & Objective Questions

Direction Sense is a crucial topic for students preparing for various school and competitive exams in India. Mastering this concept not only enhances your problem-solving skills but also boosts your confidence in tackling objective questions. Practicing Direction Sense MCQs and other practice questions can significantly improve your performance in exams, helping you identify important questions and concepts that frequently appear in assessments.

What You Will Practise Here

  • Understanding cardinal directions and their significance
  • Identifying relative directions and angles
  • Solving problems involving distance and direction
  • Using diagrams to visualize direction-related questions
  • Applying formulas related to direction sense
  • Analyzing complex direction sense scenarios
  • Practicing previous years' questions for better preparation

Exam Relevance

Direction Sense is an important topic in various examinations, including CBSE, State Boards, NEET, and JEE. Questions related to direction sense often appear in the form of MCQs, where students are required to determine the direction of a person or object based on given information. Common question patterns include finding the final direction after a series of turns or calculating the shortest path between two points. Familiarity with these patterns can greatly enhance your exam readiness.

Common Mistakes Students Make

  • Confusing left and right directions during problem-solving
  • Overlooking the importance of cardinal points in calculations
  • Misinterpreting the question's requirements, leading to incorrect answers
  • Failing to visualize the scenario, which can result in errors
  • Neglecting to practice with diagrams, which are essential for clarity

FAQs

Question: What are the key concepts to focus on for Direction Sense MCQs?
Answer: Focus on understanding cardinal directions, relative directions, and practice problems involving distance and angles.

Question: How can I improve my accuracy in Direction Sense questions?
Answer: Regular practice with objective questions and visualizing scenarios will help improve your accuracy and speed.

Now is the time to enhance your skills in Direction Sense! Dive into our practice MCQs and test your understanding to excel in your exams. Remember, consistent practice is the key to success!

Q. A man is facing South. He turns 180 degrees and then turns 90 degrees to his left. Which direction is he facing now? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A man is facing South. He turns 45 degrees to his left and then 90 degrees to his right. Which direction is he facing now? (2023)
  • A. East
  • B. West
  • C. North
  • D. South
Q. A man is facing South. He turns 90 degrees to the right and then turns 90 degrees to the left. Which direction is he facing now? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A man travels 3 km north, then 4 km east. What is the shortest distance back to his starting point?
  • A. 5 km
  • B. 7 km
  • C. 6 km
  • D. 4 km
Q. A man walks 10 meters towards the south, then turns left and walks 5 meters. In which direction is he now facing? (2020)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A man walks 20 meters north, then 20 meters west. In which direction is he from his starting point? (2019)
  • A. North-East
  • B. North-West
  • C. South-East
  • D. South-West
Q. A man walks 20 meters towards the North, then turns 90 degrees to his left and walks 10 meters. In which direction is he now? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A man walks 3 km north, then 4 km east. What is the shortest distance back to his starting point?
  • A. 5 km
  • B. 7 km
  • C. 6 km
  • D. 4 km
Q. A man walks 3 km north, then 4 km west. What is his final position relative to the starting point?
  • A. 3 km North
  • B. 4 km West
  • C. 5 km North-West
  • D. 7 km South-East
Q. A man walks 30 meters east, then 40 meters north. What is the angle he makes with the east direction? (2023)
  • A. 30 degrees
  • B. 40 degrees
  • C. 53.13 degrees
  • D. 60 degrees
Q. A man walks 4 km south, then 3 km east. What is his distance from the starting point?
  • A. 5 km
  • B. 7 km
  • C. 6 km
  • D. 4 km
Q. A man walks 5 km north, then 5 km east, and finally 5 km south. How far is he from his starting point?
  • A. 5 km
  • B. 10 km
  • C. 0 km
  • D. 15 km
Q. A man walks 5 km north, then 5 km west, and finally 5 km south. In which direction is he from his starting point?
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A man walks 5 km north, then 5 km west. In which direction is he from his starting point?
  • A. North-East
  • B. South-West
  • C. North-West
  • D. South-East
Q. A person starts facing East, turns 270 degrees clockwise, and then turns 90 degrees anti-clockwise. What direction is he facing now? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A person starts facing south, turns 90 degrees to the left, then 90 degrees to the right. Which direction is he facing now? (2020)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A person starts facing West, turns 90 degrees to the right, then turns 90 degrees to the left. What direction is he facing now? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A person travels 10 km north, then 10 km south, and finally 10 km east. How far is he from the starting point?
  • A. 10 km
  • B. 20 km
  • C. 30 km
  • D. 0 km
Q. A person travels 10 km north, then 10 km west, and finally 10 km south. How far is he from his starting point?
  • A. 10 km
  • B. 20 km
  • C. 15 km
  • D. 5 km
Q. A person travels 10 km south, then 10 km west, and finally 10 km north. In which direction is he from his starting point?
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A person travels 10 km south, then 10 km west, and finally 10 km north. What is his final position relative to the starting point?
  • A. 10 km North
  • B. 10 km South
  • C. 10 km East
  • D. 10 km West
Q. A person travels 2 km east, then 2 km south, and finally 2 km west. Where is he relative to his starting point?
  • A. 2 km East
  • B. 2 km South
  • C. At the starting point
  • D. 2 km West
Q. A person travels 5 km south, then 5 km east, and finally 5 km north. How far is he from the starting point?
  • A. 5 km
  • B. 10 km
  • C. 0 km
  • D. 15 km
Q. A person travels 6 km south, then 8 km east, and finally 6 km north. How far is he from the starting point?
  • A. 8 km
  • B. 6 km
  • C. 10 km
  • D. 4 km
Q. A person walks 10 meters North, then 10 meters West, and finally 10 meters South. In which direction is he from his starting point? (2023)
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
Q. A person walks 12 km east and then 5 km south. What is the shortest distance back to the starting point?
  • A. 13 km
  • B. 12 km
  • C. 10 km
  • D. 15 km
Q. A person walks 15 meters north, then 10 meters east. What is the shortest distance from his starting point? (2023)
  • A. 10 meters
  • B. 15 meters
  • C. 25 meters
  • D. 18.03 meters
Q. A person walks 2 km north, then 2 km east, and then 2 km south. How far is he from the starting point?
  • A. 2 km
  • B. 4 km
  • C. 0 km
  • D. 3 km
Q. A person walks 2 km north, then 2 km south, and finally 2 km east. What is his final position relative to the starting point?
  • A. 2 km East
  • B. 2 km West
  • C. 2 km North
  • D. 2 km South
Q. A person walks 2 km south, then 2 km west, and then 2 km north. In which direction is he from his starting point?
  • A. North
  • B. South
  • C. East
  • D. West
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