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Bearings Math Notes

The document provides an overview of bearings, which are used to describe direction in navigation and geometry, measured in degrees from north in a clockwise direction. It outlines the two main types of bearings: True Bearings and Compass Bearings, and explains how to measure them using a protractor. Additionally, it includes examples and exercises for practice in finding and reversing bearings.

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Bearings Math Notes

The document provides an overview of bearings, which are used to describe direction in navigation and geometry, measured in degrees from north in a clockwise direction. It outlines the two main types of bearings: True Bearings and Compass Bearings, and explains how to measure them using a protractor. Additionally, it includes examples and exercises for practice in finding and reversing bearings.

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Mathematics Notes: Bearings

1. Introduction to Bearings

Bearings are used to describe direction in navigation and geometry. They are measured in degrees
from the north in a clockwise direction. Bearings are written using three-digit notation (e.g., 045°,
120°, 275°).

2. Types of Bearings

There are two main types of bearings:


1. **True Bearings** - Measured clockwise from north using three-digit notation.
2. **Compass Bearings** - Expressed in terms of North, East, South, and West (e.g., N30°E).

3. Measuring Bearings

To measure a bearing:
- Draw a north line at the starting point.
- Use a protractor to measure the angle clockwise from the north.
- Express the bearing as a three-digit number.

4. Example: Finding a Bearing

Example:
A ship sails from point A to point B. If the angle from north to B is 135°, the bearing of B from A is
**135°**. If finding the bearing from B to A, use:
Reverse Bearing = 135° + 180° = 315°.

5. Exercises

1. Find the bearing of a point C located at 60° east of north.


2. A plane flies from X to Y at a bearing of 250°. What is the reverse bearing?
3. Use a protractor to measure the bearing from A to B in a given diagram.

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