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Lines of latitude and lines of longitude are equally misunderstood by

substantial and virtually equal fractions of the general population.

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How are lines of latitude and lines of longitute alike?

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It's longitude Longitude goes vertically from one point and down so it is always going to be the same distance...Latitude goes horizontally so it isn't the same distance. HOPE THIS HELPED!


Are latitude lines called meridian?

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