Which Emirati capital city is the only one on the UAE's east coast, lying on the Gulf of Oman?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Fujairah
- Step 1: Fujairah is located on the Gulf of Oman, part of the Indian Ocean, and is the only Emirati capital city on the UAE's east coast. Answer: Fujairah. The city sits at the foothills of the Hajar Mountains. Why not the others: Sharjah: The Sharjah article says the city of Sharjah overlooks the Persian Gulf. Ras Al Khaimah: The Fujairah article names Fujairah as the only Emirati capital on the east coast. Umm Al Quwain: The Fujairah article names Fujairah as the only Emirati capital on the east coast.
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