What is the difference between a plain and a plateau? A. Only a plain is flat, a plateau is steep mountainside. B. Both are flat, but a plateau is bordered by cliffs. C. A plain is rolling hills with cliffs, and a plateau is large flat area.
Both plain and plateau have flat surfaces. However, a plain is located in a low-lying area while a plateau is located on an elevated area. In essence, a plateau can be viewed as an elevated plain or a plain that is bordered by cliffs.
