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Q · LongitudeMedium · 45s
Which of the following statements is true regarding longitudes?
TopicLongitude
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation:Meridians converge at the poles, so the distance narrows, and they are the basis for local time.
Final Answer: Option D — Both B and C