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Question 20

Question 20

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Sea level is currently rising at 3.2 mm/yr, and scientists predict that global warming could cause a rise in sea level of 7 m if left unabated. How long will it take the sea to rise 7 m at the current rate?


A) 2,121 years
B) 0.0004 year
C) 2.121 years
D) 0.47 year

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