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Para establecer la hora legal la tierra se dividió:To set legal time, the Earth was divided into:

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Correct answer: c) 24 spherical zones.

Why it is correct

The Earth turns 360º in 24 hours, so there are 24 zones of 15º. Each has its legal time.

Why the others are not

  • a) Does not work out.
  • b) Does not work out.
  • d) They would be 30º.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. 24 zones of 15º.

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