Question

Which of the following rivers is the longest in the world?

• A. Amazon
• B. Nile
• C. Yangtze
• D. Mississippi
• E. Congo

Hint:

The Nile is traditionally the longest; be aware of debates with the Amazon.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Identify the longest river.
The Nile River in Africa is traditionally recognized as the longest river in the world, with a length of approximately 6,650 kilometers, though the Amazon is a close contender.
Step 2: Match with the options.
Option (B) correctly identifies the Nile.
Step 3: Eliminate distractors.
(A) Amazon - Slightly shorter or comparable, depending on measurement.
(C) Yangtze - Third longest.
(D) Mississippi - Shorter.
(E) Congo - Shorter.
Therefore: The correct answer is (B). \[ \boxed{\text{B}} \]