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Q. A strait is

A
A wide indentation into the land formed by a sea or a lake
B
A narrow stretch of sea connecting two extensive areas of sea
C
A narrow strip of land joining two large land-masses
D
A narrow headland

Correct Answer

A narrow stretch of sea connecting two extensive areas of sea

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