Of the following areas on Earth's surface,which area moves fastest and has the greatest linear velocity?

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The Equator (0°) moves the fastest and has the greatest linear velocity because it is farthest from Earth's rotational axis, giving it the largest circumference of any latitude circle. Therefore, it covers the greatest distance in the same amount of time compared to other latitude circles.

Of the Following Areas on Earth's Surface,which Area Moves Fastest