Compass Points to Quadrants Converter

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How to use this Compass Points to Quadrants Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given angle from the units of Compass Points to the units of Quadrants.

  1. Enter the input Compass Points value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Compass Points into Quadrants in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Quadrants label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Quadrants value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Quadrants value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Compass Points to Quadrants?

The formula to convert given angle from Compass Points to Quadrants is:

Angle(Quadrants) = Angle(Compass Points) / 8

Substitute the given value of angle in compass points, i.e., Angle(Compass Points) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the angle in quadrants, i.e., Angle(Quadrants).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a ship's navigation system shifts by 8 compass points to adjust its course.
Convert this direction from compass points to Quadrants.

Answer:

Given:

The angle in compass points is:

Angle(Compass Points) = 8

Formula:

The formula to convert angle from compass points to quadrants is:

Angle(Quadrants) = Angle(Compass Points) / 8

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Angle(Compass Points) = 8 in the above formula.

Angle(Quadrants) = 8 / 8

Angle(Quadrants) = 1

Final Answer:

Therefore, 8 compass point is equal to 1 quadrant.

The angle is 1 quadrant, in quadrants.

2

Consider that a hiker adjusts their direction by 4 compass points to stay on track.
Convert this direction from compass points to Quadrants.

Answer:

Given:

The angle in compass points is:

Angle(Compass Points) = 4

Formula:

The formula to convert angle from compass points to quadrants is:

Angle(Quadrants) = Angle(Compass Points) / 8

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Angle(Compass Points) = 4 in the above formula.

Angle(Quadrants) = 4 / 8

Angle(Quadrants) = 0.5

Final Answer:

Therefore, 4 compass point is equal to 0.5 quadrant.

The angle is 0.5 quadrant, in quadrants.

Compass Points to Quadrants Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Compass Points to Quadrants.

Compass Points (compass point)Quadrants (quadrant)
0 compass point0 quadrant
1 compass point0.125 quadrant
10 compass point1.25 quadrant
45 compass point5.625 quadrant
90 compass point11.25 quadrant
180 compass point22.5 quadrant
360 compass point45 quadrant
1000 compass point125 quadrant

Compass Points

Compass points are a unit of angular measurement used in navigation and cartography to represent directions on a compass. Traditionally, the compass is divided into 32 points, each representing 11.25 degrees. Compass points are essential in maritime navigation, aviation, and orienteering, providing a simple and standardized way to describe directions.

Quadrants

Quadrants are a unit of angular measurement representing one-quarter of a full circle, equivalent to 90 degrees or π/2 radians. Quadrants are commonly used in geometry, astronomy, and navigation to describe and analyze positions, angles, and directional orientations within a defined space.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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