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WAEC Geography 2013 Question 12

Question 12

Latitude, Longitude and Time

What will be the local time in Nigeria 15°E when the time is 7.00 p.m. in town Y 30°W?

  1. A.9.00 a.m.
  2. B.10.00 p.m.
  3. C.10.36 a.m.
  4. D.10.36p.m.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (10.00 p.m.)

Explanation

Difference = 15 + 30 = 45° = 3 hours; Nigeria is east, so ahead: 7.00 p.m. + 3 h = 10.00 p.m.