Which of the Following Statements About Earth's Shape Is Correct

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Earth's shape is correct?

• A)Earth is perfectly spherical.
• B)The polar diameter is 42 km (26 mi. )greater than the equatorial diameter.
• C)The equatorial diameter is 42 km (26 mi. )greater than the polar diameter.
• D)Earth is a prolate spheroid.
• E)The polar diameter is 10 km (6 mi. )greater than the equatorial diameter.

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