Understanding S36°E: A Quick Explanation

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magic88

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Sep 19, 2010

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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Delphi51

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Sep 19, 2010

36° East of South

magic88

Oct 2, 2010

Thank you.

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