GCSE Maths Practice: bearings

Question 1 of 10

This question helps students understand compass bearings and full rotations. Bearings are measured clockwise from North.

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\( \begin{array}{l}\text{A bearing of } 360^\circ \text{ points in which direction?}\end{array} \)

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Remember that bearings are measured clockwise from North and can go up to 360°. Draw a compass diagram to visualise.

Bearings are used to describe directions relative to North using angles from 000° to 360°. A full rotation around a point is 360°. Therefore, a bearing of 360° points back to North. Bearings are essential in navigation, map reading, and geometry. When calculating bearings, remember to always start from North and move clockwise. This question helps students visualise compass directions and understand how angles relate to orientation. Practice drawing a compass rose and plotting bearings to reinforce the concept. Bearings also appear in real-life situations like aviation, sailing, and orienteering. By mastering full rotations and bearings, students can accurately describe directions and solve problems involving navigation and geometric diagrams.