Select the correct statement. (A) A contour is not necessarily a closed curve. B) A contour represents a ridge line if the concave side of lower value contour lies towards the higher value contour (C) Two contours of different elevations do not cross each other except in case of an overhanging cliff (D) All of the above statements are correct

Select the correct statement.
(A) A contour is not necessarily a closed curve.
B) A contour represents a ridge line if the concave side of lower value contour lies towards the
higher value contour
(C) Two contours of different elevations do not cross each other except in case of an
overhanging cliff
(D) All of the above statements are correct
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(C) Two contours of different elevations do not cross each other except in case of an
overhanging clif
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