Riddle

Pointing North, South, East, and West it saves the lost and helps the rest. What is it?

Choose an answer

A.A map
B.A GPS device
C.A sextant
D.A compass
Hint: It's a 2-word phrase with 8 letters, starting with "A".

Answer

A compass

Why this is the answer

A magnetic compass always points toward the cardinal directions, helping travelers find their way when they'd otherwise be lost.

This riddle is filed under "What Am I?" Riddles and rated Easy.