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The atmospheric pressure on the top of a high mountain is much greater than at its base.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Atmospheric Pressure**: Atmospheric pressure is the force exerted by the weight of air above a certain point. It decreases with an increase in altitude because there is less air above to exert pressure. 2. **Identifying the Locations**: In the context of the question, we have two locations: the top of a high mountain and its base. 3. **Effect of Altitude on Pressure**: As we ascend a mountain (increase in altitude), the amount of air above us decreases. This means there is less air exerting pressure on us. Therefore, atmospheric pressure decreases with an increase in altitude. ...
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