After walking due west, turning due south a man is 900m from his turning point and bearing 205degrees from it. Illustrate the journey labelling accurately

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To illustrate the journey of the man as described:

  1. Starting Point (A): This is where the man begins his journey.
  2. Walking Due West (Point B): The man walks straight to the west from Point A to Point B.
  3. Turning South (Point C): At Point B, the man turns and walks due south to Point C.

Now, according to the information:

  • The distance from Point B (the turning point) to Point C is 900 meters.
  • From Point C (the final position), the bearing from Point B is 205 degrees.

Step-by-step Illustration:

  1. Draw a horizontal line to represent the man's journey west (from Point A to Point B).
  2. From Point B, draw a vertical line downwards (point C), indicating the man turns due south.
  3. Ensure you note that he travels 900 meters southward to Point C.

Bearings Explanation:

  • Bearing from Point B to Point C at 205 degrees means:
    • Start at Point B, face north (0 degrees).
    • Measure clockwise; this means he is nearly facing southwest (since 205 degrees is more than 180 degrees).

Coordinate Representation:

  • If we assign Point A some coordinates (0, 0):
    • Point B would be at (-x, 0) where x is the distance traveled due west.
    • Point C would then be at (-x, -900) since he travels 900 meters south.

Diagram Labels:

  1. Point A: Starting Point
  2. Point B: Turning Point (West)
  3. Point C: Ending Point (South)
  4. Mark the distance (900m) between Point B and Point C.
  5. Angle/Bearing Annotation: Indicate a bearing of 205° from Point B to Point C.

You can create a simple sketch based on these instructions to visualize the journey accurately. If needed, use a compass rose to indicate the north direction for better clarity on bearings.