Question 434Navigation General70% to pass
Between the equator and the 46th parallel of latitude, there are 3099 meridional parts. How many degrees of equatorial longitude does 3099 meridional parts represent?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) 51°39'00".
The explanation is as follows:
1) Confirm the correct answer: The correct answer is B) 51°39'00".
2) Explain the reasoning: Meridional parts are a concept used in navigation to represent the distance in nautical miles between two parallels of latitude. Between the equator and the 46th parallel, there are 3099 meridional parts. Using nautical tables or calculations, 3099 meridional parts corresponds to approximately 51°39'00" of equatorial longitude.
3) Explain why other options are incorrect: The other options are incorrect because they do not accurately represent the equatorial longitude that corresponds to 3099 meridional parts between the equator and the 46th parallel.
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