European physical geography (mountain systems): Which of the following lists correctly names important mountain ranges of Europe? Focus on well-known European ranges and exclude non-European ranges when evaluating the options. Choose the correct set of European mountains.
General Knowledge
World Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AAndes, Alps, Pyrenees
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BAlps, Carpathians, Pyrenees, Apennines
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CAlps, Himalayas, Rock mountains
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DNone of the above
Answer
Correct Answer: Alps, Carpathians, Pyrenees, Apennines
Explanation
Given data
- Identify a set composed only of major European mountain ranges.
Concept/ApproachThe Alps, Carpathians, Pyrenees, and Apennines are all in Europe. The Andes (South America), Himalayas (Asia), and Rockies (North America) are not European.
Step-by-step checkOption A → includes Andes (not Europe) → incorrect.Option B → all four are European → correct.Option C → includes Himalayas and Rockies (not Europe) → incorrect.
Final AnswerAlps, Carpathians, Pyrenees, Apennines