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What is the average temperature of Earth’s core?

  1. 10,000°F

  2. 7,000°F

  3. 4,000°F

  4. Zero Degrees

The correct answer is: 10,000°F

Earth's core is estimated to have an average temperature of 10,000°F, making option A the correct answer. Options B and C are incorrect because they underestimate the actual average temperature by a significant amount. Option D is incorrect because the core of the Earth is extremely hot due to pressure and the decay of radioactive elements, so the temperature cannot be zero degrees.