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Which landforms are typical of arid plateau regions? 1. Inselbergs 2. Yardangs 3. Alluvial fans

1. 1 and 2 only
2. 2 and 3 only
3. 1 and 3 only
4. 1, 2 and 3

Correct answer: 1, 2 and 3

Solution

Inselbergs and yardangs are common arid-region landforms, and alluvial fans also form in dry areas where intermittent streams deposit sediments. Hence, all three are typical.

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