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What tool was developed in 1569

during the renaissance era to help
sailors stay on course?
a. thermoscope
b. mercator map projection
c. barometer

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Answer:

Choice B.

The Mercator map projection was invented in 1569 by a Flemish cartographer named Gerardus Mercator.

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Answer:

The answer is b. Mercator map projection.

Step-by-step explanation:

The barometer wasn't invented until 1643.

The thremoscope wasn't invented until 1596

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