Question

Rohan walks a distance of 3 kms towards North, then turns to his left and walks for 2 kms. He again turns left and walks for 3kms. At this point he turns to his left and walks for 3 kms. How far is he from the starting point?

A) 5 kms B) 3 kms C) 2 kms D) 1 kms

Answer 1

Given:

• Rohan walks 3km North.
• Turning left he walks 2km.
• Again , turning left walks 3km.
• Again turns left and walks 3km.

To Find:

• Distance of Rohan from starting point.

Concept Used:

We will draw its path and then find its displacement from its starting point.

Answer:

For Figure refer to attachment:

Now,

It is clear from the figure that he is now 1km far from the starting point.

More info about the given condition:

• He is now facing towards east.
• His distance covered is (3+2+3+3)km=11km.