Which of the following is the best order of magnitude estimate in meters of the height of a mountain?

a) 1 m
b) 10 m
c) 100 m
d) 1000 m

And your thinking is...?

We will be happy to critique your thinking or work.

I perosnally think that it is d is that correct?

As an order of magnitude, it is probably the best. 1000m can mean 500 m to 5000m

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For Problems 13 and 14, make a magnitude estimate. Circle the appropriate box. Then solve each problem. Show your work.

1000m

1000