WAEC Geography 2020 Question 31

Question 31

Latitude, Longitude and Time

A great circle route is used to

  1. A.avoid long flights over deserts.
  2. B.save time and fuel.
  3. C.avoid flying near the north pole.
  4. D.avoid flying over long distance barriers.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (save time and fuel.)

Explanation

A great circle is the shortest route, so it saves time and fuel.