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UPPSC 2012 GS-1 World Geography
Question

The "Death Valley" in South California, USA is an example of:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Rift Valley

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Rift Valley”.
The Death Valley in South California, USA is an example of a rift valley.

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