- A4 km North
- B4 km South
- C12 km East
- D8 km West
Step-by-Step Solution
East 8 km, left (north) 4 km, left again (west) 8 km. The east and west legs cancel, so he is 4 km due North of the start.
Answer: A) 4 km North
A postman cycles 8 km east, turns left and cycles 4 km, then turns left again and cycles 8 km. How far is he from the start, and in which direction?
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