Question

which physical feature located in the southwestern united states has a hot, dry climate?
great plains
mississippi river
mojave desert
mount elbert

Explanation:

• The Great Plains have a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers, not specifically hot - dry in the Southwest context.
• The Mississippi River is a waterway and not a physical feature with a distinct climate type like hot - dry.
• Mount Everest is not in the United States.
• The Mojave Desert, located in the Southwestern United States (in parts of California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah), is known for its hot, dry climate.

Answer:

Mojave Desert