Question

One evening just before sunset two friends Akshara and Maneesh were talking to each other face to face. If Maneesh's shadow was exactly to his left side, which direction is Akshara facing?

• A. South
• B. North
• C. East
• D. West

Answer 1

Answer:

B. North

• Understanding Shadow Direction: Shadows are formed opposite to the direction of the light source. Since it's just before sunset, the sun is in the west.
• Shadow Position: Maneesh's shadow is to his left. This means the sun is to Maneesh's right.
• Maneesh's Facing Direction: If the sun is to Maneesh's right, and the sun sets in the west, Maneesh must be facing South.
• Akshara's Facing Direction: Akshara and Maneesh are face to face. Therefore, if Maneesh is facing South, Akshara is facing North.
• Key Directional Concepts:
  • Sunrise: Generally occurs in the East.
  • Sunset: Generally occurs in the West.
  • Noon: Shadows are shortest, and the sun is at its highest point.
• Relevance to Competitive Exams: Questions involving directions and shadows are common in reasoning sections of competitive exams. These tests assess spatial reasoning and logical deduction.