On June 21, the altitude of the noonday Sun is measured to be 66½° to the north, and the marine chronometer reads 2 A.M. What are the latitude and longitude of the ship, and where is it located geographically?

On June 21, the altitude of the noonday Sun is measured to be 66½° to the north, and the marine chronometer reads 2 A.M. What are the latitude and longitude of the ship, and where is it located geographically?

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