Question
In Latin, the word latus means “wide” or “extending to the side.” Several words share this root, including lateral, collateral, and latitude. For example, in football, a lateral pass occurs when the ball is thrown to the side.
Based on this information, which of these images shows lines of latitude?
A
An illustration showing one side of a globe, with red lines wrapped around it from West to East at equal intervals.
B
A weather map of the United States with swirling lines and circles to show air pressure and weather fronts.
C
An illustration showing one side of a globe, with red lines wrapped around it from West to East at equal intervals.
D
Uneven lines and arrows divide up a world map into uneven pieces. Some of the lines circle entire continents and others cut across continents.
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Based on the information provided, lines of latitude are lines that run from west to east and are parallel to each other, wrapping around the globe at equal intervals.
The correct image that best represents lines of latitude is:
**A** - An illustration showing one side of a globe, with red lines wrapped around it from West to East at equal intervals.
This description fits the definition of lines of latitude, which are indeed parallel and extend side to side on a globe.
The correct image that best represents lines of latitude is:
**A** - An illustration showing one side of a globe, with red lines wrapped around it from West to East at equal intervals.
This description fits the definition of lines of latitude, which are indeed parallel and extend side to side on a globe.