International Date Line
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What is the significance of the International Date Line?

  • It is the same as the prime meridian
  • It marks the start of each day (correct)
  • It indicates the equator
  • It is used for navigation purposes

    • How is the International Date Line different from the prime meridian?

  • The International Date Line follows the 180-degree meridian exactly
  • The prime meridian marks the start of each day
  • The prime meridian is opposite to the International Date Line
  • The International Date Line is at 0 degrees longitude (correct)

    • When does each day officially start at the International Date Line?

  • 9:00 p.m.
  • 6:00 a.m.
  • 12:00 p.m.
  • 12:01 a.m. (correct)

    • What is one reason alterations have been made to the International Date Line?

    <p>To accommodate political agreements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about the actual International Date Line?

    <p>It does not follow the 180-degree meridian exactly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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