Land Use & Zoning

In the 5th Principal Meridian system used in Missouri, a township is located:

ABy its distance from Springfield
BBy its range (east-west position) and township number (north-south position from the baseline)✓ Correct
CBy county only
DBy proximity to the Missouri River

Explanation

In Missouri's rectangular survey system (based on the 5th Principal Meridian), townships are identified by their range number (east or west from the principal meridian) and township number (north or south from the baseline).

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