Two People Place Flags Simultaneously on the Surface of the Earth

question 49

Multiple Choice

Two people place flags simultaneously on the surface of the Earth: one flag just north of the South Pole (at approximately 85 degrees) , and one flag at the equator (approximately 0 degrees) . Which of the statements is a CORRECT reflection of their speed?

• A)Both flags travel at the same speed because the Earth spins on its axis.
• B)The flag at the pole travels at a faster speed than the flag at the equator, but it makes multiple revolutions in order to travel the same distance as the flag at the equator.
• C)The flag at the equator travels faster than the flag at the pole because it will go further in one day (i.e., one turn on its axis).
• D)None of the answer options is correct.

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