Problem Description:
The task is to fill in the missing directions on a compass rose using standard abbreviations. The compass rose is already labeled with "N" (North) at the top, and we need to fill in the remaining directions: South (S), East (E), West (W), Northeast (NE), Northwest (NW), Southeast (SE), and Southwest (SW).
Solution:
#### Step 1: Understand the Layout of the Compass Rose
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North (N) is at the top.
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South (S) is directly opposite North, so it will be at the bottom.
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East (E) is to the right of North.
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West (W) is to the left of North.
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Northeast (NE) is between North and East.
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Northwest (NW) is between North and West.
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Southeast (SE) is between South and East.
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Southwest (SW) is between South and West.
#### Step 2: Fill in the Directions
Using the above rules, we can place the abbreviations in the correct positions:
1.
Top (North): Already filled with "N".
2.
Bottom (South): Place "S".
3.
Right (East): Place "E".
4.
Left (West): Place "W".
5.
Between North and East (Northeast): Place "NE".
6.
Between North and West (Northwest): Place "NW".
7.
Between South and East (Southeast): Place "SE".
8.
Between South and West (Southwest): Place "SW".
#### Final Filled Compass Rose:
```
N
NW NE
W E
SW SE
S
```
Explanation:
- The compass rose is divided into eight main directions.
- Each direction is placed based on its relative position to North, which is fixed at the top.
- By following the given instructions and understanding the spatial relationships, we can accurately fill in all the directions.
Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{array}{ccc}
& \text{N} & \\
\text{NW} & & \text{NE} \\
\text{W} & & \text{E} \\
\text{SW} & & \text{SE} \\
& \text{S} &
\end{array}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of compass worksheet.
