If we did not have a map handy, we would deduce that the coordinates 171 E longitude, 12 S latitude are likely

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The coordinates 171 E longitude, 12 S latitude refer to a point just west of the International Date Line (which runs along 180 degrees longitude) and just south of the equator. Choice A is incorrect because the coordinates are east of the International Date Line, not just east of it. Choice B is incorrect because the coordinates are east of the prime meridian, not just east of it. Choice D is incorrect because the coordinates are east of the prime meridian, not just west of it. Choice E is incorrect because the coordinates are west of the International Date Line, not just south of it.

If We Did Not Have a Map Handy, We Would