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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. lines of latitude B. parallels C. lines of longitude D. elevations

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lines of latitude. i go to k12!

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the answer is A. think of it as latitude -> ladder and longitude -> long as in up and down.
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