Question

Which of the following correctly describes 'Eastings'?

1. Horizontal lines whose values increase as you move North.
2. Lines that run from East to West to measure latitude.
3. Vertical lines whose values increase as you move towards the right side of the map.
4. Vertical lines whose values increase as you move towards the West.

• A. 3 only
• B. 2 only
• C. 4 only
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 3 only

• Eastings are the vertical lines on a map that function as markers for the X-axis in a coordinate system. They are called "Eastings" because they measure the distance eastward from a specific origin point, with each subsequent line to the right representing a higher numerical value.