everyday science MCQ #5756

An altimeter is used to measure:

everyday science MCQ #5756

  1. Question 1

    Q1. An altimeter is used to measure:

    • A) The atmospheric pressure
    • B) The approximate height above the ground
    • C) The strength of an electric current
    • D) The difference in hearing

    Answer: The approximate height above the ground

    Explanation: An altimeter measures altitude (height above a reference point such as sea level) by detecting changes in atmospheric pressure, which decreases with increasing altitude.