With reference to the continent of ‘Antarctica’ which of the following statements are correct? 1. It is larger than Europe in terms of area. 2. It has the highest average elevation as compared to all other continents. 3. Mt. Ross is the highest peak of this continent. 4. Waters of the Southern Ocean (West Wind Drift) move in an anticlockwise direction around it. Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. A. 1 and 2 only
  2. B. 1 and 3 only
  3. C. 1, 2 and 3
  4. D. 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer: A. 1 and 2 only

Explanation

Antarctica is larger than Europe and has the highest average elevation. Its highest peak is Mt. Vinson (not Mt. Ross), and the Southern Ocean moves in a clockwise direction, not anticlockwise.

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