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The apparent dip of a plane is measured to be 45° towards NE. The true dip of the plane is
The apparent dip of a plane is measured to be 45° towards NE. The true dip of the plane is
Updated On: Nov 29, 2024
- 55° towards SSW
- 40° towards NNE
- 48° towards ENE
- 40° towards E
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The Correct Option is C
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The correct option is (D): 48° towards ENE
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