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A villager walks 8 km North, then turns East and walks 2 km, then turns South and walks 5 km, then turns to his right and walks 2 km. Where is he n
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A villager walks 8 km North, then turns East and walks 2 km, then turns South and walks 5 km, then turns to his right and walks 2 km.
Where is he now with reference to his starting position?

A.

13 km South

B.

3 km South

C.

13 km North

D.

3 km North

Correct option is D


According to the question.
Step-by-Step Analysis of the Movement:
First Movement:
Walks 8 km North:
Position: 8km North of the starting point.
Second Movement:
Turns East and walks 2 km:
Position: 8km North and 2km East of the starting point.
Third Movement:
Turns South and walks 5 km:
Position: 8 km−5 km=3 km North and still2 km East.
Fourth Movement:
Turns to his right (now walking West) and walks 2 km:
Position: Moves 2 km West, canceling out the 2 km East.
Final Position: 3 km North of the starting point.

The villager is 3 km North from the starting position.

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