What is the largest river of South America? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the largest river of South America?
A. Orinoco
B. Paraná
C. São Francisco
D. Amazon
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Amazon River is the largest river in South America by volume, length, and drainage area.[reference:100]

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B. A lake formed by volcanic activity
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