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Question : Directions: Stanley starts cycling from Point A. He cycles x km towards the east and then turns right and cycles 3 km. He again turns right and cycles for (x + 1) km. He again turns right and cycles for (2x + 1) km. He takes a final right turn and cycles for 1 km to stop at Point B. Point B is 6 km north of Point A. What is the value of x?

Option 1: 9

Option 2: 3

Option 3: 4

Option 4: 5


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: 4


Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –


As we see, the distance (FE) = 2x + 1 is also equal to the distance (AB) + (CD).
AB = 6km; CD = 3Km
⇒ 2x + 1 = 6 + 3
⇒ 2x + 1 = 9
⇒ 2x = 9 – 1
⇒ 2x = 8
⇒ x = 8 ÷ 2
⇒ x = 4

So, the value of x is 4. Hence, the third option is correct. 

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