Pendulum clock at altitude (figure inconsistent): A beat-seconds pendulum that keeps correct time at sea level loses 27 s per day at the top of a mountain. Using the given Earth radius (stated as 600 km), estimate the mountain height above sea level.
Civil Engineering
Applied Mechanics
Difficulty: Medium
Choose an option
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A500 metres
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B1000 metres
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C1500 metres
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D2000 metres
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E25000 metres
Answer
Correct Answer: 2000 metres