Which one of the following is the continent with the highest mean elevation in the world?
- Antarctica
- North America
- Asia
- South America
Explanation
Option (a) is correct
- Antarctica is the highest continent on Earth, with an average elevation of approximately 2,300 to 2,500 meters (about 7,500–8,200 feet). This extreme elevation is primarily due to the massive, thick ice sheet covering over 98% of the landmass, which averages over 2,000 meters in thickness.
