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Question

Which mountain is located in South America?

The correct answer is
Andes

Identifying Mountains in South America

This question asks to identify which mountain range among the given options is located in the continent of South America. Let's examine the location of each mountain range:

1. Rockies

The Rocky Mountains, often called the Rockies, are a major mountain range located in western North America. They stretch from the northernmost part of British Columbia in Canada to New Mexico in the United States.

2. Alps

The Alps are a major mountain range situated entirely in Europe. They stretch in an arc across eight Alpine countries: France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, and Slovenia.

3. Vosges

The Vosges Mountains are a mountain range in northeastern France. They are part of the cultural region of Alsace and extend south from Lorraine into Franche-Comté.

4. Andes

The Andes Mountains, also known as the Andean Mountains, are a major mountain range in western South America. They are bordered by the Pacific Ocean in the west and extend through Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, and Argentina. The Andes form the longest continental mountain range in the world.

Conclusion

Based on the geographical locations:

  • Rockies: North America
  • Alps: Europe
  • Vosges: Europe (France)
  • Andes: South America

Therefore, the mountain range located in South America is the Andes.

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