Which device was used by pilots and navigators to find the direction in earlier times?

Sundial

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Barometer

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Magnetic compass

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Thermometer

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Solution

The correct option is C Magnetic compass
A magnetic compass is a tool used for navigation. No matter where you stand on Earth, you can hold a compass in your hand and it will point towards the North Pole. Barometer is used to measure pressure, thermometer is used for measuring temperature and sundial was used for measuring time.

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