Which is the highest mountain range in the world? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which is the highest mountain range in the world?
A. Rockies
B. Andes
C. Himalayas
D. Alps
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Himalayas are the highest mountain range in the world and contain Mount Everest, the world's highest peak.

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Question #1 Report Error
The White Mountains are a range in which US state?
A. Vermont
B. New York
C. Maine
D. New Hampshire

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The White Mountains are a mountain range covering about a quarter of the state of New Hampshire.

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Question #2 Report Error
The mountains of the Vindhya Range tend to be flat-topped and plateaulike because of their:
A. Fold formation
B. Horizontal sandstone structure
C. Glacial erosion
D. Volcanic origin

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Because of their horizontal sandstone structure, the Vindhya mountains tend to be flat-topped and plateaulike[reference:48][reference:49].

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Question #3 Report Error
The Aravalli Range is a type of:
A. Fold mountain
B. Block mountain
C. Residual mountain
D. Volcanic mountain

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Aravalli Range is an example of fold mountains[reference:34], formed from plate tectonics and are the oldest fold mountains in India[reference:35].

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