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Turn is not move
1 · Learn
For this paper robot, forward means move one square in the direction it faces. Turn right means rotate a quarter turn clockwise without changing square.
Define commands before using them. Different programming tools may use different units or directions. A clear starting square and direction are needed to predict an endpoint.
2 · Worked example
Starting at the centre facing right, the robot moves one square right, turns to face down, then moves one square down. Turning alone did not move it.
3 · Your turn
Start facing up. Turn right, then move forward one square. Where do you move compared with the start?
Check your answer
One square to the right. The turn changed the facing direction before the forward move.
4 · Apply your learning
Draw a grid and trace a three-command route with a paper arrow. Then reproduce it in an approved movement tool using its documented units.
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