Which of the following is a major river in the United States that flows into the Pacific Ocean? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a major river in the United States that flows into the Pacific Ocean?
A. Columbia
B. Colorado
C. All of the above
D. Sacramento
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Colorado, Columbia, and Sacramento rivers all flow into the Pacific Ocean. They are major rivers in the western United States.

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