Answer :
The student's question involves geographical concepts of relative positioning and orientation, determining directions based on starting locations. Options a, c, and d provide examples of such directions, with option b also qualifying as it includes starting points and relative instructions.
The question involves understanding directions and spatial relationships, which relate to skills often taught in Geography. The examples provided indicate the importance of clear directions when navigating from one point to another, as well as the skills necessary to calculate both two-dimensional and straight-line distances.
To answer the student's original question, directions that depend on where you start or where you are would involve relative positioning and orientation. Option a, c, and d all include directions that vary based on whether the starting point is IHOP or Starbucks, including specifying left and right turns as well as the number of blocks to walk. Thus, any of these options are examples of directions that change based on the starting point. However, option b also implies a starting position from the entrance of IHOP and Starbucks, and gives relative directions from each starting point.
