An experienced mountaineer decides to climb Mount Everest, taking the same route in the same season and with similar materials and equipment used in a fatal 1924 expedition Which of the following is the scientific purpose of such a climb?
A. To measure the oxygen levels at high elevation
B. To assess why the earlier expedition failed
C. To show that modem technology makes climbing safer
D. To identify routes that can be explored in future climbs
The experienced mountain climber is replicating the conditions of the past expedition to understand why that earlier attempt was unsuccessful.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.
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