Bearings

Mathematics J.S.S 2 Third Term

Theme: Mensuration and Geometry

Sub Theme: Shapes

WEEK 6

Bearings

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to;

1. Identify the cardinal points
2. Locate the positions of objects
3. Find the distance between objects using scale drawing

The Compass Directions

Content

There are four major directions used to describe locations: north (N), south (S), east (E), and west (W). The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. If you face east and turn through an angle of 90⁰ to your left, you will face north.

The four main directions, North, South, East and West, divide the angle at a point (360^o), into four equal parts and each is 90^o or…