Finding the New Azimuth Bearing for Triangulation in Geomagnetic Bearings

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To find the new azimuth bearing for triangulation from point A to point B, starting with an initial distance of 87.8333 feet at a bearing of 123 degrees, the user intends to move 20 feet laterally. The calculation involves using the formula for circumference and adjusting for the angle change due to the lateral movement. The user recalls the formula 2πr, which relates to calculating the new bearing based on the distance moved. Ultimately, the discussion highlights the importance of understanding basic geometry and trigonometry in determining the new azimuth bearing without converting to True North. The user expresses gratitude for the insights gained during the process.
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Draw this description out on a piece of paper if you would like. I cannot figure this out, it has been years since I have done math at this level.

I am standing at point A and have a distance of 87.8333 feet to Point B, my azimuth bearing is 123 degrees. I want to move over 20 feet and find the bearing to the same point B, this distance will also be 87.8333 feet. So I want to triangulate. The question is: What would my new azimuth bearing be to get to Point B, also please show how to solve. Note: I am dealing with geomagnetic bearings, no need to convert to True North.

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Oh my goodness, after posting above I was sitting here thinking and I remembered 2 pi r squared.

so 2 x r x pi = circumference Divided by 360 times 20 gives me the new bearing. basics basics, thanks anyway to all of you.
 
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