Which limitation was primarily addressed by adding universal plates to some astrolabes?

💡 Explanation

The introduction of universal plates tackled horizon distortion, because stereographic projection inherently distorts angles near observer's horizon; therefore universal plates compensate for this, rather than simplifying mechanics or handling thermal errors.

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