Which is the highest mountain peak in the world?

Correct Answer

b) Mount Everest

Brief Explanation

• Mount Everest is the highest peak on Earth above sea level, reaching an elevation of 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 feet).

• It is situated in the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas, straddling the border between Nepal and China (Tibet).

• Rankings of the given options:

  1. b) Mount Everest – 1st Highest (8,848.86 m)

  2. a) K2 – 2nd Highest (8,611 m)

  3. c) Kanchenjunga – 3rd Highest (8,586 m)

  4. d) Annapurna I – 10th Highest (8,091 m)