Which of the following lists the countries or regions through which the Prime Meridian passes?

• A. England, Spain, West Africa
• B. France, Germany, Brazil
• C. Canada, Mexico, Norway
• D. Italy, Greece, Australia

Answer: (A)

The Prime Meridian is the 0-degree longitude line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, serving as the reference for measuring east and west. It passes through Greenwich in England, then continues across the Atlantic into West Africa (through countries like Ghana, Togo, and Benin). It does not pass through Spain, Germany, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Norway, Italy, Greece, or Australia. Among the options, England and West Africa align with the actual path of the Prime Meridian, making that choice the best fit. (For context, it also crosses France in Europe, which isn’t listed here.)