Question 35
WeatherWhat will be the temperature at the peak of a mountain which is 3000 metres above the sea level if the temperature at the foot of the same mountain which is 1000 metres above the sea level is 26°C?
- A.13°C
- B.23°C
- C.31°C
- D.39°C
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Answer: A (13°C)
Explanation
The climb is 2,000 m: 2 × 6.5 = 13°C fall; 26 − 13 = 13°C.