Which navigational benefit did accurate algebraic solutions to spherical trigonometry provide to mariners using the Kamal device?

💡 Explanation

When using the Kamal for celestial navigation, algebraic solutions precisely determine angles based on star altitudes because these angles define position relative to celestial objects. Therefore precise latitude determination is realized, rather than cloud estimations, lunar phases, or composition analysis which rely on different astronomical principles.

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