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dmcintosh

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The height or vertical elevation above a fixed point is known as:
 
  a. ascent.
  b. elevation.
  c. altitude.
  d. ataxia.

Question 2

As altitude increases:
 
  a. barometric pressure increases.
  b. the partial pressure of oxygen decreases.
  c. the concentration of oxygen decreases.
  d. air density becomes greater.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b





 

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