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Q · AntarcticaMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about the physical geography of Antarctica: Antarctica is the highest continent on average in terms of elevation. Mount Erebus is the highest peak in Antarctica. The Transantarctic Mountains divide East and West Antarctica. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
TopicAntarctica
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Antarctica has the highest average elevation of all continents due to its massive ice sheets. Mount Vinson, not Erebus, is the highest peak. Mount Erebus is the most active volcano. The Transantarctic Mountains divide East and West Antarctica.
Final Answer: Option B — 1 and 3 only