Contour lines of different elevations can unite to form one line, only in the case of (A) A vertical cliff (B) A saddle (C) A water shed line (D) A hill top

Contour lines of different elevations can unite to form one line, only in the case of 

(A) A vertical cliff 

(B) A saddle 

(C) A water shed line 

(D) A hill top 

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(A) A vertical cliff 

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How do contour lines show a steep slope?

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