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One morning after sunrise, Gopal was facing a pole. The shadow of the pole fell exactly to his right. Which direction was he facing?

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South

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East

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West

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Data inadequate

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is A South
The Sun rises in the east. So, in morining, the shadow falls towards the west. Now, the shadow of pole falls to the right of Gopal. Therefore, Gopal's right side is the west. So, he is facing South.

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