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UPSC Civil ServicesPrelims2023General Studies Paper I
Question
QQ64. Consider the following statements : Statement–I : The temperature contrast between continents and oceans is greater during summer than in winter. Statement–II : The specific heat of water is more than that of land surface. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Options
- A Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–I
- B Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–I
- C Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrect
- D Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
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Correct Answer
D Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct
Model Answer
Answer: option D, as per UPSC's final answer key (Series A).