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Passage: Hydropower is the primary source of electricity in Nepal. The steep terrain and fast-flowing rivers are ideal for power generation. Q92. Why is Nepal's geography suitable for hydropower?
ABecause it is very flat
BBecause of steep terrain and fast-flowing rivers
CBecause it has a lot of oil
DBecause it is close to the ocean
✓ Correct Answer: B — Because of steep terrain and fast-flowing rivers
The passage mentions 'steep terrain and fast-flowing rivers' as the ideal conditions for hydropower.
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