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The circumference of the Earth at the equator is approximately:

A

10,800 NM

B

21,600 NM

Correct
C

40,000 NM

D

36,000 NM

Explanation

The equator spans 360° × 60 NM/degree = 21,600 NM (approximately 40,000 km).

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