Each 15 degrees of longitude is equal to a time difference of
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 1 hour
- Step 1: The Earth turns through 360 degrees in 24 hours. Answer: 1 hour. Why not the others: 15 minutes: That is the time for 3.75 degrees. 2 hours: That is the time for 30 degrees. 24 hours: That is the time for 360 degrees.
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