Amit traveled 15 km in a car, then took a left turn and traveled 5 km, then took a left turn and traveled 15 km. If he is now facing east, how far is he now from the starting point? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Amit traveled 15 km in a car, then took a left turn and traveled 5 km, then took a left turn and traveled 15 km. If he is now facing east, how far is he now from the starting point?
A. 20 km
B. 30 km
C. 5 km
D. 35 km
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
If two left turns (180° rotation) put him facing East, he must have started facing West. Path: 15km West, 5km South (left turn), 15km East (left turn). His final position is exactly 5km South of his starting point.

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