The magnetic bearing of a line AB is S 45° E and the declination

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The magnetic bearing of a line AB is S 45° E and the declination is 5° West. The true bearing of the line AB is

1. S 45° E
2. S 40° E
3. S 50° E
4. S 50° W

Correct Option: B

SE – therefore 2nd quadrant
True bearing = S 40° E.