Question

how does a butte differ from a plateau?
a butte is a flat surface raised above surrounding land, while a plateau is a deep valley formed by erosion.
a butte is a smooth depression in land, while a plateau is a rock formation that juts out from flat land.
a butte is a rock formation that juts out of flat land, while a plateau is a flat surface raised above surrounding land.
a butte is tall, steep - slope made of rocks and minerals, while a plateau is an elevated land mass with sloping sides.

Explanation:

A butte is a tall, narrow rock formation that juts out from flat - land, while a plateau is a large, flat surface raised above the surrounding land. Analyzing each option:

• First option misdefines a plateau as a deep valley.
• Second option misdefines a butte as a depression.
• Fourth option misdefines a butte as a flat, steep - slope.

The third option correctly differentiates between a butte (a rock formation that juts out of flat land) and a plateau (a flat surface raised above surrounding land).

Answer:

A butte is a rock formation that juts out of flat land, while a plateau is a flat surface raised above surrounding land.