The bearing of Atoru from Busase is 275^{}. What is the bearing of Busase from Atoru?

Correct Answer is : 095∘095^{}095∘

Correct Answer is : 095∘095^{}095∘

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BECE Mathematics 2012 Paper

Question : 31

Total: 40

275^{\circ}

Solution:

Concept:

The bearing of Busase from Atoru is the back bearing of the given bearing. It is found by adding or subtracting

180^{\circ}

Explanation:

The bearing of Atoru from Busase is

275^{\circ}

Bearing from Busase to Atoru and the opposite bearing from Atoru to Busase differ by

180^{\circ}

Since

275^{\circ}

is greater than

180^{\circ}

, subtract

180^{\circ}

275^{\circ} - 180^{\circ} = 095^{\circ}

Answer:

095^{\circ}

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