WAEC Geography 2018 Question 9

Question 9

Map Scale, Distance and Direction

Study the map of ALADE DISTRICT to answer this question. What is the bearing of the trigonometrical station from Ilo on the map?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.168°
  2. B.178°
  3. C.190°
  4. D.200°
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Answer: B (178°)

Explanation

The trigonometrical station lies almost due south of Ilo, slightly to the east, so the bearing is a little under 180°: about 178°.