Mastering Vector Direction: Tips and Tricks for Understanding Degrees

[superdude]

Hello:

I don't have a question on how to solve a specific problem, rather vectors in general.

In my book, they often give vector direction by stating "due north", "due east", "due west", "due south". However, I can't figure out which of these directions correspond with what degree. For example, is "due north" = 90 degrees?

Please help.

Thanks

 

[CFDFEAGURU]

I 10 years of using vectors I have always had 90 degress = north.

 

[superdude]

so what are the degrees of the other diretions? east, south, west?

 

[CFDFEAGURU]

West = 180 Degrees
South = 270 Degress
East = 0 Degrees