Understanding S36°E: A Quick Explanation

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Start date Sep 19, 2010
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"S36°E" refers to a direction of 36 degrees East of South. This means that the angle is measured clockwise from the south towards the east. In the context of the homework question, the boat is sailing in a direction that is slightly angled towards the east while primarily heading south. Understanding this notation is crucial for accurately interpreting navigational directions. The clarification confirms that the angle is not measured from east towards south.

Sep 19, 2010

magic88

Hi there,

I just have a quick question about what "S36°E" means. Here is part of my homework question:

A boat sales south with the help of a wind blowing the direction S36°E ...

Does it mean 36° East of South or 36° South of East?

Thanks in advance!

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Sep 19, 2010

Delphi51

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36° East of South

Oct 2, 2010

magic88

Thank you.

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