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What is hinge?

37. What is hinge?

1. A hinge is a line or zone along a fold's axis that has the maximum amount of curvature
2. A hinge is a line or zone along a fold's axis that has the minimum amount of curvature
3. A hinge is a straight line crossing the fold
4. A hinge is a line which is parallel to the fold axis

Answer

The correct answer is: A) A hinge is a line or zone along a fold's axis that has the maximum amount of curvature

Explanation

A hinge is a line or zone along a fold's axis that has the maximum amount of curvature.