C. the longitude, or distance traveled east or west
By comparing the time of day at their starting location to the time of day at their new location, early ocean explorers were able to determine their longitudinal position, or how far east or west they had traveled. This method was used in conjunction with other navigational tools and techniques to help determine their exact location on the globe.
Early ocean explorers would compare the time of day when they started their journey to the time of day at their new location. What is the MOST likely measurement they were trying to find by doing this calculation?
A. the longitude, or distance traveled north or south
B. the latitude, or distance traveled north or south
C. the longitude, or distance traveled east or west
D. the latitude, or distance traveled east or west
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