Top _______ highest mountains in the world are collectively called as ‘The Eight-thousanders’?
A16
B12
C14
D10
Correct answer
C. 14
Explanation
The International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation (UIAA) recognises eight-thousanders as the 14 mountains that are more than 8,000 metres (26,247 ft) in height above sea level, and are considered to be sufficiently independent of neighbouring peaks.