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Q · LatitudeMedium · 45s
Q₄. Consider the following statements about the Tropic of Capricorn: It is located at 23½° S. It marks the southernmost point where the Sun can be directly overhead. It passes through India. Which of the above are correct?
TopicLatitude
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation:
1 and 2 are correct.
3 is incorrect: The Tropic of Capricorn does not pass through India; the Tropic of Cancer does.
Final Answer: Option A — 1 and 2 only