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Reno is east of Los Angeles.

Why it is true

Reno, in Nevada, is about 650 kilometres northeast of Los Angeles, but its longitude is more westerly. This happens because the California coast curves eastwards, placing Reno further west than the largest Californian city.

Source: National Geographic

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