Multiple choice

The north pole isn't a continent because...

  1. It's more than 50% ice

  2. There's no land under the ice

  3. There are no indigenous populations

  4. It doesn't have enough area
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The North Pole is located in the middle of the Arctic Ocean. Unlike the South Pole, which is situated on the continent of Antarctica, there is no landmass beneath the ice at the North Pole.

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