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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics practice

exam practice - Create and understand scale drawings using a ruler for straight lines. Interpret three-figure bearings, which are measured clockwise from north (000° to 360°). For example, determine the bearing of point A from point B if the bearing of point B from point A is 025°. This includes knowledge of the directions north, east, south, and west, such as identifying that point D is directly east of point C. - Scale drawings

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Scale Drawings and Bearings

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Scale Drawing Problem

A scale drawing of a park shows the following points: A, B, C, and D. The distance from A to B is 5 cm, which represents 50 m in reality. The bearing of point B from point A is 045°. Determine the bearing of point A from point B.

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    Calculate the bearing of point A from point B.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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Direction Problem

Point C is located directly north of point D. If the bearing of point D from point C is 180°, what is the bearing of point C from point D?

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    Determine the bearing of point C from point D.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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