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While researching a topic, a student has taken the following notes:
- • The Purús River is in South America.
- • It is the fifth longest river in South America.
- • It crosses the countries Peru and Brazil.
- • It ranks No.
- 22 among the longest rivers in the world.
- • It is 3,211 kilometers long.
The student wants to specify how many kilometers long the Purús River is. Which choice most effectively uses relevant information from the notes to accomplish this goal?
The Purús River in South America is 3,211 kilometers long.
A
The Purús River crosses both Peru and Brazil in South America.
B
The fifth longest river in South America, the Purús River crosses both Peru and Brazil.
C
Among the longest rivers in the world, the Purús River ranks No. 22.
D