Question

what is the name of the imaginary lines around the earth which run in an east and west direction and measure distance north and south of the equator? hint: they are also called parallels. image of a globe options: ∘ latitude ∘ longitude (selected)

Explanation:

Latitude lines are imaginary lines on the Earth's surface that run east - west (parallel to the equator) and are used to measure the distance north or south of the equator. Longitude lines run north - south and measure distance east - west of the Prime Meridian. So the correct answer should be Latitude.

Answer:

A. Latitude