The total number of parallels across the globe is

a. 180
b. 181
c. 90
d. 360

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Solution

The correct answer is option (b).

Explanation: The Earth is divided by the Equator into two equal halves known as the Northern Hemisphere (with 90 parallels) and the Southern Hemisphere (with 90 parallels). These 180 parallels along with the Equator make a total of 181 parallels across the globe.

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