Which river drains the largest basin in the world? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which river drains the largest basin in the world?

A. Nile

B. Yangtze

C. Amazon

D. Mississippi

Answer: Option C

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The Amazon River Basin is the largest drainage basin in the world.

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