Suppose a Conventional Jet Airliner Is at an Altitude of 10

question 43

Multiple Choice

Suppose a conventional jet airliner is at an altitude of 10 km, the outside air pressure is 250 hPa, and the outside temperature is -60C. What would be the air temperature inside the jet if the outside air is brought inside and compressed to a 1000 hPa pressure? (Assume that 1000 hPa pressure is equivalent to 0 m altitude.)

• A)60C
• B)40C
• C)0C
• D)-60C

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