Bearing (English)
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Definition (keystage 2)
A bearing is used to measure the position of one object in relation to another. It is often used by people in charge of boats to help get them from one place to another.
A bearing is taken from the North direction and the angle of the chosen course is measured in a clockwise direction, and is usually written down using three numbers.
A bearing is taken from the North direction and the angle of the chosen course is measured in a clockwise direction, and is usually written down using three numbers.
Relations
- broader:
- (en) Angle
- references:
- (en) Clockwise
- referenced:
- (en) Compass
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