How high is Mount Everest above sea level?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the height of Mount Everest relative to sea level, which involves a factual piece of information about geography.
Answer
8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet)
The final answer is 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet) above sea level
More Information
Mount Everest is widely recognized as the highest peak on Earth, measured from mean sea level. Despite competing claims on 'tallest mountain,' Everest holds the record for highest elevation.
Tips
Be careful not to confuse 'highest' with 'tallest.' 'Highest' refers to elevation above sea level, while 'tallest' refers to the total height from base to peak.
Sources
- Mount Everest - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Mount Everest | Height, Location, Map, Facts, Climbers, & Deaths - britannica.com
- Going by this convention, Mt. Everest is the highest and not ... - Quora - quora.com
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