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Deserts (location): Where is the Great Victoria Desert located? Identify the correct continent/country for this major desert. Choose the correct option.

Q: Deserts (location): Where is the Great Victoria Desert located? Identify the correct continent/country for this major desert. Choose the correct option.

Concept The Great Victoria Desert lies in Western and South Australia, making Australia the correct choice.

Difficulty: Easy

Canada
West Africa
Australia
North America

Correct Answer: Australia

Explanation:

Concept
The Great Victoria Desert lies in Western and South Australia, making Australia the correct choice.

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