Question

choose the correct definition of latitude. a a measure of a location’s distance east or west of the prime meridian b a measure of a location’s distance south or west of the prime meridian c a measure of a location’s distance north or south of the equator d a measure of a location’s distance north or east of the equator

Explanation:

To determine the correct definition of latitude, we recall geographic concepts:

• Longitude measures distance east/west of the prime meridian (eliminating A, B).
• Latitude measures distance north/south of the equator. Option C matches this; D incorrectly combines north/east (east is a longitude direction).

Answer:

C. a measure of a location’s distance north or south of the equator