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Which term refers to markings on a map that run in a north and south direction and measure distance east and west of the prime meridian? a. parallels b. lines of latitude c. ele…

Which term refers to markings on a map that run in a north and south direction and measure distance east and west of the prime meridian? a. parallels b. lines of latitude c. ele…
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Which term refers to markings on a map that run in a north and south direction and measure distance east and west of the prime meridian?

a. parallels

b. lines of latitude

c. elevations

d. lines of longitude

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Lines that run north and south are d. lines of longitude

Combining them with lines of latitude enables you to accurately pinpoint any place on the map.
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