Which of the following is the longest river of North America? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is the longest river of North America?
A. Colorado
B. Mississippi
C. Missouri
D. Rio Grande
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Missouri River is the longest river in North America, flowing for about 3,767 kilometers. It is a tributary of the Mississippi River.[reference:41]

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B. Radial
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