1. 26-28. Use the map below to answer questions 26 through 28.
26. Given that, in the United States, one degree of latitude is equal to about 111 km, how far is it from the northern border of Florida to the tip of the mitten of Michigan? SHOW ALL YOUR WORK for full credit.
27. In New York, the length of a degree of longitude is about 81 km, but in Mexico, a degree of longitude is about 101 km. How can you explain this difference? You may write, draw or both.
28. What might the altitude of Polaris be for an observer somewhere in Texas?