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The pilot of an aeroplane wishes to fly due North, but wind is blowing towards east. In which direction should he aim the aeroplane ?

A

Option (A)

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B

Option (B)

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C

Option (C)

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Option (D)

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Solution

The correct option is C Option (C)
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