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The 'Llanos' are tropical grasslands located in the drainage basin of the Orinoco River primarily spanning across which two countries?

A. Brazil and Argentina
B. Colombia and Venezuela✓ Correct Answer
C. Peru and Chile
D. Ecuador and Bolivia

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Llanos are vast tropical grassland plains situated within the Orinoco River basin in northwestern South America, covering parts of Colombia and Venezuela. This region experiences distinct wet and dry seasons that influence local pastoral activities. Alternative options like the pampas of Argentina and the cerrados of Brazil represent different ecological zones further south.

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