How do you create a drop-down list in HTML?

Creating a drop-down list in HTML is accomplished through the use of the <select> tag, which is specifically designed for that purpose. The <select> tag creates the container for the drop-down menu, while the <option> tags define the individual items that can be selected from this list.

When you use <select>, it allows users to choose one option from the list presented. Each <option> within the <select> tag represents a single choice in the drop-down menu. This combination ensures that the drop-down list is properly structured and functional, allowing browsers to render it correctly and users to interact with it effectively.

The other answer choices do not align with HTML standards: the <list> and <dropdown> tags do not exist in HTML, and the <option> tag cannot function independently to create a drop-down list. It must be nested within the <select> tag for it to be recognized as part of a drop-down menu.