Question

1. what was the purpose of the quadrant?

a. to determine direction
b. to determine latitude
c. to determine longitude
d. to steer a ship easier

Explanation:

A quadrant is an instrument used in navigation. It measures the altitude of celestial bodies (like the sun or stars) above the horizon. By measuring this altitude, sailors can calculate their latitude. Direction determination is more related to a compass. Longitude determination was more complex historically (quadrants didn't directly solve longitude). Steering a ship easier is not the function of a quadrant.

Answer:

B. To determine latitude