A plateau in the Deccan region covers an area of 10,000 km² and has an average elevation of 800 m above sea level. Estimate its volume in cubic kilometres.
Answer
8,000 km³
The correct answer is 8,000 km³ — Thus, the approximate volume is 8,000 cubic kilometres.
Step-by-step solution
- Convert the average elevation from metres to kilometres: 800 m = 0.8 km.
- Multiply the area by the average elevation to obtain volume: 10,000 km² × 0.8 km = 8,000 km³.
- Thus, the approximate volume is 8,000 cubic kilometres.
Common mistake: Using metres for area instead of kilometres
Concept tested: Volume of a plateau
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