Question

If it is 1 am in Hawaii (Long, (19°w)) and it is 1 pm on Herb's island, what is the longitude?

a) 19° E
b) 19° W
c) 38° E
d) 38° W

Answer 1

The longitude of Herb's island is 38° E.

Step-by-step explanation:

To determine the longitude of Herb's island, we need to compare the time difference between Herb's island and Hawaii. If it is currently 1 am in Hawaii (longitude 19° W) and 1 pm on Herb's island, we can conclude that Herb's island is 180 degrees or 12 hours ahead of Hawaii. Since Herb's island is ahead of Hawaii, the longitude would be to the east. Therefore, the answer is option c) 38° E.