Which of the two figures below best shows the location of the water table expected in a dry climate?
A) A
B) B
C) both A and B could be in dry climates
D) water table depth does not depend on climate

Question

Which of the two figures below best shows the location of the water table expected in a dry climate?  
A) A 
B) B 
C) both A and B could be in dry climates 
D) water table depth does not depend on climate

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In a dry climate, the water table is expected to be deep below the ground surface, as there is less precipitation and more evaporation. Figure B shows a deeper water table than Figure A. Therefore, B best shows the location of the water table expected in a dry climate.

Which of the Two Figures Below Best Shows the Location