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3.
How did measuring longitude help explorers during long-distance travel?

a.
It eliminated the need for river-based trade routes

b.
It showed explorers where native tribes were located

c.
It allowed for more accurate long-distance navigation

d.
It helped mapmakers draw cities and inland borders

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The correct answer is:

c. It allowed for more accurate long-distance navigation.

Measuring longitude was crucial for explorers as it enabled them to determine their exact position east or west while at sea, improving navigation and safety during long-distance travel.

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