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← HistoryWhich systematic error affected historical astrolabe measurements on a moving ship?
A)Parallax distorts altitude observations✓
B)Gyroscopic precession induces tilting
C)Thermal variation stresses components
D)Humidity corrodes the brass plate
💡 Explanation
Parallax error significantly altered altitude readings on unstable naval platforms via angular displacement, because the observer's position shifted relative to celestial bodies; therefore, navigation became imprecise rather than showing material defects or gyroscopic drift.
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