Multiple choice

The earth turns through 3600 in 24 hours and each 150 longitude represents

  1. Half an hour

  2. Forty-five minute

  3. One hour

  4. One hour and fifteen minute

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Earth rotates 360 degrees in 24 hours. Therefore, 360/24 = 15 degrees per hour.