Question 1740Navigation General70% to pass
The dividing meridian between zone descriptions -4 and -5 is _______________.
AI Explanation
The correct answer is C) 67°30'E.
The dividing meridian between time zone descriptions -4 and -5 is 67°30'E. This is based on the standard time zone definitions used for maritime navigation, where each time zone is defined in increments of 15 degrees of longitude.
The other options are incorrect because:
A) 60°00'E is the dividing meridian between time zones -3 and -4.
B) 75°00'E is the dividing meridian between time zones -5 and -6.
D) 60°00'W is the dividing meridian between time zones +4 and -4, which is on the opposite side of the Prime Meridian.
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