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Suppose if we measure the time lapse between the two Sunsets by sitting in the beach, from this we can estimate
Options:
A .  The radius of the earth
B .  The distance between the sun and the earth
C .  The radius of the sun
D .  The depth of the ocean
Answer: Option A
Answer: (a)A method is described whereby, using primitive equipment anyone can measure the size of the earth to an accuracy of order of magnitude 10% by observing two sunsets in the space of a few seconds.

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