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Estimate the order of magnitude for the volume of a typical swimming pool.
- A.10 m³
- B.100 m³
- C.1000 m³
- D.10,000 m³
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- 100 m³
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A typical swimming pool has a volume of about 50 m³ to 100 m³, which is best estimated as 100 m³ when considering orders of magnitude. This estimation is useful for understanding volumes in recreational contexts.
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