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Q · LatitudeMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements: The Equator is the largest circle of latitude on Earth. All other lines of latitude are smaller circles except the Equator. The Equator divides the Earth into Eastern and Western Hemispheres. Which of the above statements are correct?
TopicLatitude
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation:
1 is correct: The Equator is the largest circle of latitude.
2 is correct: All other parallels are smaller circles.
3 is incorrect: The Equator divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres. The Prime Meridian divides it into Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only