Position and direction: area and grid references, latitude/longitude in degrees and minutes, bearings

What this note covers

1. The grid: eastings, northings and four-figure area references
2. Six-figure grid references: locating a point to 100 metres
3. Latitude and longitude in degrees and minutes
4. Direction: the 16-point compass
5. Bearings: measuring, calculating and back bearings
6. Position and direction in the examination

6 sections · 10 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes