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CSEC Mathematics · January 2010 · Paper 2 · Question 11(a)(i)

Three stations P, Q, and R are shown. The bearing of Q from R is 116° and the bearing of P from R is 242°. The vertical line at R shows the North direction.

Show that angle PRQ = 126°.

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  1. 11(a)(ii)Calculate the distance PQ, giving your answer to the nearest metre.[3 marks]
  2. 11(b)(i)Copy and complete the diagram to show the pole SK and the angles of elevation of S from L and M.[4 marks]
  3. 11(b)(ii)a)Calculate, correct to ONE decimal place, the length of KL.[6 marks]
  4. 11(b)(ii)b)Calculate, correct to ONE decimal place, the length of LM.[6 marks]

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