WAEC Geography 2008 Question 10

Question 10

Map Scale, Distance and Direction

Study the map of IDUMUEGBU DISTRICT to answer this question. The bearing of Osu from Umuogene is

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  1. A.288°
  2. B.280°
  3. C.266°
  4. D.252°.
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Answer: A (288°)

Explanation

Osu lies west and a little north of Umuogene, so its bearing is just over 270°: about 288°.