GCEGeographyMap Reading and Interpretation2019

Which of the following contour patterns on a topographic map indicates a hill?

AContours forming a closed loop with values decreasing towards the centre
BContours forming a closed loop with values increasing towards the centreCORRECT
CContours that are widely spaced and parallel to each other
DContours that converge towards a single point at the coast
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A hill is represented by closed contour loops where elevation values increase towards the centre, indicating rising ground. Closed loops with decreasing values towards the centre represent a depression. Widely spaced parallel contours indicate gentle, uniform slopes rather than a hill.
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