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RCMultiple Choice

Greening the Globe — Cumulative exam

Question 37 • W Geography_A_IC

Why is it difficult to make generalizations about the highland climate zone?

Answer
A
because it is located along the coasts and in the continental interiors
B
because little research has been done at high altitudes, and data is not readily available
C
because climate and precipitation vary depending on elevation
D
because the highland climate zone usually is also located in the tundra or subarctic zone

Explanation

Highland climates are strongly affected by elevation. As altitude changes, temperatures and precipitation patterns can change, even within the same mountain region, so broad generalizations are difficult. The best answer is “because climate and precipitation vary depending on elevation.”

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