Q. Consider the following statements about North Pacific Sea Route:

1. Trade across the vast North Pacific Ocean moves by several routes which converge at Yokohama.
2. This sea route links the ports on the west coast of North America with those of Asia.

Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2
Notes: Trade across the vast North Pacific Ocean moves by several routes which converge at Honolulu. The direct route on the Great Circle links Vancouver and Yokohama and reduces the travelling distance (2,480 km) by half. This sea route links the ports on the westcoast of North America with those of Asia.

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