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.

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