The Difference in Longitude Between Boston and San Francisco Is

question 211

Multiple Choice

The difference in longitude between Boston and San Francisco is approximately 52°.They are three time zones apart,so standard clocks differ by three hours.Without the time zones,what would be the difference between traditional (or astronomical) noon (when the Sun is highest in the sky) at these two places?

• A) 2.5 hours
• B) 3 hours
• C) 3.5 hours
• D) 4 hours

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