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CSEC Mathematics · January 2006 · Paper 2 · Question 12(b)(ii)

The Greenwich Meridian passes through London (52°N, 0°) and Accra (6°N, 0°).

Calculate, to the NEAREST kilometre, the shortest distance between London and Accra along their common circle of longitude. Use π = 3.14.

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  1. 12(a)(i)Sketch the diagram and label the equator.[6 marks]
  2. 12(a)(ii)Sketch the diagram and label the Greenwich Meridian.[6 marks]
  3. 12(a)(iii)Sketch the diagram and label latitude 52°N.[6 marks]
  4. 12(a)(iv)Sketch the diagram and label latitude 6°N.[6 marks]
  5. 12(b)(i)Show on your diagram the position, L, of London and A, of Accra.[2 marks]
  6. 12(c)(i)Show on your diagram a possible point of location of Kyle, K.[1 mark]
  7. 12(c)(ii)Calculate the radius of the circle of latitude on which K lies.[2 marks]

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