Question

A person traveled towards west 5 km, turned left and traveled 3 km, turned right and traveled 9 km. He then traveled North 3 km. How far was 'A' from the starting point now?

• A. \( \text{6} \)
• B. \( \text{14} \)
• C. \( \text{15} \)
• D. \( \text{20} \)

Hint:

To calculate displacement in directional movement problems, sum the net movements along each axis.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

1. The person moves 5 km west from the start. 2. Turning left (south) and moving 3 km. 3. Turning right (west) and moving 9 km. 4. Traveling north 3 km, returning to the original north level. Total westward movement: \( 5 + 9 = 14 \) km. Total northward movement cancels out the previous southward movement. Thus, the person is 14 km west of the starting point.