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Standard VII
Geography
Location and Extent of Africa
Which of the ...
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Which of the following longitudes does Africa lie between?

A
35° West and 37° West
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37° East and 35° West
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50° West and 17° East
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D
17° West and 50° East
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Solution

The correct option is D 17° West and 50° East
Africa lies between the longitudes 17° West and 50° East. The prime meridian passes through the western part of the continent. The Equator passes through the centre of Africa, dividing the continent into two.

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