Question

The poles are located at what angular distance from the Equator?

Options

• 90°

• 45°

• 60°

• 0°

Answer 1

90°

Explanation:

The poles (both the North Pole and South Pole) are located at an angular distance of 90° from the Equator. The Equator is at 0° latitude, and the poles are located at 90° north (North Pole) and 90° south (South Pole) latitude.