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WhattoUnderstand

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on: Jul 16, 2018
The depth of the crust does not depend on
 
  A) the height of the mountain above it.
  B) the heights of nearby mountains.
  C) the density of the mantle beneath it.
  D) the composition of the crust.

Question 2

Why did surveyors miscalculate latitudes in India in the 1800s?
 
  A) gravitational deflection of plumb lines
  B) inaccurate readings of stars
  C) magnetic deflection of plumb lines
  D) incorrect calculations with correct data


hollysheppard095

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


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