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Which one of the following European capital cities is located at the southernmost latitude?

  1. A
    Helsinki
  2. B
    Oslo
  3. C
    Stockholm
  4. CopenhagenAnswer

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Copenhagen is located at the southernmost latitude among the options provided.
Copenhagen (Denmark) is located at approximately 55°40' N latitude. Comparing the latitudinal positions of the four Nordic capitals from North to South gives: Helsinki (60°10' N), Oslo (59°55' N), Stockholm (59°20' N), and Copenhagen (55°40' N). Therefore, Copenhagen is situated farthest south.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the geographical latitude coordinates for each capital city
Helsinki ≈ 60°10' N, Oslo ≈ 59°55' N, Stockholm ≈ 59°20' N, Copenhagen ≈ 55°40' N
Determining exact or relative latitudinal positions is necessary to sequence the cities from North to South.
2
Compare the latitudinal values to find the smallest North coordinate
55°40' N (Copenhagen) < 59°20' N (Stockholm) < 59°55' N (Oslo) < 60°10' N (Helsinki)
Lower numerical degree of North latitude indicates a position closer to the Equator (further south).

Key Concept

Latitudinal sequencing and spatial location of major global urban centers
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Regional and Locational Geography of the World

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