Land on Either Side of a Principal Meridian Is Divided

question 33

Multiple Choice

Land on either side of a principal meridian is divided into 6-mile strips by north and south lines, which are called:

• A) range lines.
• B) base lines.
• C) township lines.
• D) guide meridians.

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