At the Equator, Earth Rotates Toward the East at a Speed

question 22

Multiple Choice

At the equator, Earth rotates toward the east at a speed close to 1000 knots. On a windless day, the air above moves ____ at ____ speed.

• A)northward; faster
• B)eastward; the same
• C)southward; slower
• D)westward; faster
• E)eastward; slower

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Definitions:

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Bystander Effect

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Reciprocity Norm

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Mere Exposure Effect

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