World Geography Questions (MCQs) for UPSC, State PCS & SSC Examinations


Q.  A ‘knot’ is a measurement unit of which of the following?

a. Weight
b. Speed
c. Mass
d. Distance


ANSWER: See Answer
 
The knot is a unit of speed equal to one nautical mile (1.852 km) per hour, approximately 1.151 mph. The ISO Standard symbol for the knot is kn. The same symbol is preferred by the IEEE, kt is also common.
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