- A10 m east
- B20 m west
- C10 m south
- D10 m west
Step-by-Step Solution
The 10 m south and 10 m north cancel, leaving only the 10 m westward movement, so he is 10 m due west of the start.
Answer: D) 10 m west
A person walks 10 m towards the south, then 10 m towards the west, and finally 10 m towards the north. In which direction and how far is he from the starting point?
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