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  1. Tom left for his office in his car. He travelled 5 km towards the North and then 10 km towards the East. He then travelled 3 km towards the South. Further, he turned to the West and travelled 2 km. Finally, he turned towards the South and travelled 2 km. How far and in which direction is he from the starting point?

  2. A.
    8 km South
    B.
    7 km East
    C.
    8 km East
    D.
    2 km South

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    Answer : Option C

    Explanation :

    Direction Sense Test

    A and F are in the same line, and F lies to the East of A.

    Distance from the starting point = A F = BC - DE

    AF = 10 - 2 = 8 km

    So, Tom is 8 km East from the starting point A.


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