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Distance and Direction Basics

This chapter provides guidelines for calculating distance and direction between a starting and final point, emphasizing the importance of assuming a starting direction of North when not specified. It outlines cardinal and intercardinal directions, along with rules for turning and facing. Additionally, it includes tips for memorization and practical application of these concepts in problem-solving.

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Distance and Direction Basics

This chapter provides guidelines for calculating distance and direction between a starting and final point, emphasizing the importance of assuming a starting direction of North when not specified. It outlines cardinal and intercardinal directions, along with rules for turning and facing. Additionally, it includes tips for memorization and practical application of these concepts in problem-solving.

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Find the distance between starting point and final point.


Find the direction from start to finish (and vice-versa).
Find the person’s current facing direction after turns.

⭐ Golden Note (Very Important)


In many direction questions, the starting direction is not [Link] such cases, assume the person is
facing North at the start, and then apply the turns step by step.

Main Directions (Cardinal)

Quick Visual
North (N) — Top / Up 90° apart

North (N)
East (E) — Right 90° apart

South (S) — Bottom / Down 90° apart West (W) • East (E)

West (W) — Left 90° apart South (S)

Think of a plus “+” with North at the top (standard


map/compass).

Sub-Directions (Intercardinal)

Midpoints between main directions (each at 45°):

North-West (NW) North-East (NE) South-East (SE) South-West (SW)

Facing & Turning Rules

Facing Left Turn Right Turn


Tip: Physically face North once and try a
North West East left/right turn. It locks the pattern in memory.
South East West
Left / Right mean a 90° turn relative to current
East North South
motion.
West South North Two same-direction turns (Left+Left or
Right+Right) = 180° (face opposite).
Four turns in a loop = back to the same facing
direction.

Exam Note

Never assume a starting direction unless it’s given. If not given, assume North.
Draw a tiny sketch: mark Start (A), trace steps, then read final direction/distance.
Main 4 directions are at 90°; sub-directions at 45°.

Quick Memory Aids

Order clockwise: N → E → S → W
Painless phrase: “Never Eat Soggy Wheat” = N-E-S-W
When stuck: Start from North and simulate turns one by one.

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