What mountain range extends along the international border between northeastern Nigeria (Borno and Adamawa States) and Cameroon?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. the Mandara Mountains
- Step 1: The Mandara Mountains are a volcanic and crystalline range extending roughly 200 kilometers along the border of Borno and Adamawa States with northern Cameroon. Step 2. They are known for intensive terrace agriculture practiced by indigenous groups such as the Sukur people. Answer: the Mandara Mountains. Why not the others: Rwenzori is in East Africa; Drakensberg is in Southern Africa; Atlas is in Northwest Africa.
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