The positions of two countries, P and Q, are (15ºN, 12ºE) and (65ºN, 12ºE) respectively. What is the difference in latitude?
A
50°
B
104°
C
80°
D
100°
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Latitude of P = 15ºN; Latitude of Q = 65ºN P and Q both lies in northern hemisphere Latitudinal difference = 65º - 15º = 50º
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #75843)