What is it
Bearings describe a direction as an angle measured clockwise from north, always written as three digits (e.g. 045°, 270°) — used to describe navigation and direction in geometry problems.
Why it matters
Bearings combine angle facts, geometry and real-world navigation into one topic, and are a reliable, predictable source of marks once the three-figure convention and 'measure clockwise from north' rule are second nature.
Exam tip
Always draw a north line at every point mentioned in the question before measuring or calculating an angle — skipping this step is the single most common cause of bearings errors.
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