WAEC Geography 2005 Question 17

Question 17

The Earth and Solar System

Which of the following is not a proof that the earth is spherical?

  1. A.The circular horizon
  2. B.Sunrise and sunset
  3. C.Varying lengths of day and night
  4. D.Driving poles on a level ground
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Answer: C (Varying lengths of day and night)

Explanation

Varying lengths of day and night result from the tilt of the axis and revolution, not from the earth's shape.