WAEC Geography 2003 Question 3

Question 3

Map Scale, Distance and Direction

Study the map of MAGOKO DISTRICT to answer this question. The angular bearing of Busa from Abara is approximately

Diagram for this question
  1. A.30°
  2. B.40°
  3. C.60
  4. D.80°
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (80°)

Explanation

Busa lies almost due east of Abara, slightly to the north, so its bearing measured clockwise from north is about 80°.