WAEC Geography 1992 Question 13

Question 13

Latitude, Longitude and Time

The distance of Leningrad (lat 60°N long 30°E) from the equator is approximately

  1. A.8880km
  2. B.6660km
  3. C.5700km
  4. D.3330km
  5. E.1110km
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (6660km)

Explanation

1° of latitude ≈ 111 km, so 60 × 111 = 6,660 km.