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On a winter night, Himanshu has two options: either to use a single layer blanket or a double layered blanket. You will advise him to use:

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Single layered blanket

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Double layered blanket

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Either single layered or double layered.

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Insufficient data

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Solution

The correct option is B

Double layered blanket


A double layered blanket has air trapped in between the layers. As air is a bad conductor of heat, it is more effective in preventing heat from flowing to the surroundings. Hence, it will keep Himanshu warmer.


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