Q. Consider the following:
1. 1000 litres = 1 m³
2. 1 metric ton = 1000 kg
3. 1 hectare = 10000 m²
Which of the above are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Correct answer: d) 1, 2 and 3
Question from UPSC Prelims 2024 CSAT
Explanation :
1. 1000 litres = 1 m³
This is correct. One cubic meter (m³) is equal to 1000 liters.
2. 1 metric ton = 1000 kg
This is correct. A metric ton, also known as a tonne, is defined as 1000 kilograms.
3. 1 hectare = 10000 m²
This is correct. A hectare is a unit of area equal to 10,000 square meters.
Since all three statements are correct, the answer is: d) 1, 2 and 3
