International Date Line and Time Zones Quiz
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When crossing the International Date Line (IDL) from East to West, what change will a person have to make?

  • Subtract one day
  • No change required
  • Change the time by 12 hours
  • Add one day (correct)

    • If it is Wednesday 10 a.m. at 15° E meridian, what will be the time at the International Date Line (IDL)?

  • Wednesday 9 p.m. (correct)
  • Thursday 6 p.m.
  • Thursday 2 p.m.
  • Wednesday 6 a.m.

    • According to the international convention, at which meridian does the day and date change occur?

  • 0° meridian
  • 45° meridian
  • 180° meridian (correct)
  • 90° meridian

    • Why is the International Date Line (IDL) not a straight line like the 180° meridian?

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