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CSEC Mathematics · Question 9(b)(ii)

A diagram, not drawn to scale, shows a ship's route from Palmcity (P) to Quayton (Q) and then to Rivertown (R). The bearing of Q from P is 133° and angle PQR is 56°. PQ = 210 km, QR = 290 km.

Determine the bearing of P from Q.

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  1. 9(a)(i)Write down the mathematical names of the straight lines BC and OA.[2 marks]
  2. 9(a)(ii)a)Determine the value of angle x. Show detailed working where necessary and give a reason to support your answer.[2 marks]
  3. 9(a)(ii)b)Determine the value of angle y. Show detailed working where necessary and give a reason to support your answer.[2 marks]
  4. 9(b)(i)Calculate the value of angle w.[2 marks]
  5. 9(b)(iii)Calculate the distance RP.[3 marks]

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