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WAEC Geography 2024 Objective — Question 19

Question 19 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Geography 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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19. What will be the time at Greenwich meridian when it is 12 noon at longitude 60°E?

  • A. 4.00 a.m
  • B. 4.00 p.m
  • C. 8.00 a.mCorrect
  • D. 8.00 p.m

Explanation

The longitude difference between Greenwich (0°) and 60°E is 60°. Since a 15° difference equals a 1-hour time difference, 60° equals a 4-hour difference. Travelling west from 60°E to reach 0°, we subtract time: 12 noon - 4 hrs = 8.00 a.m.

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