Question

1. a mountaineer is planning an expedition. he wants to follow the easiest possible path, which means he needs to find the most gentle slope on the mountain. which route should the mountaineer choose?

Explanation:

On a topographic map, the most gentle slope is indicated by the most widely - spaced contour lines. Route A has the most widely - spaced contour lines among the given options, meaning it has the most gentle slope and is the easiest path.

Answer:

A