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Based on the data in the figures, which of the following statements are correct?
I. Area 1 would be considered a desert because of its high average temperature.
II. Area 1 has more average precipitation than Area 2.
III.Area 2 would be considered a desert because of its low average precipitation.
IV.Area 2 has a larger annual temperature variation.
A) only I and III
B) only II and IV
C) only I, II, and IV
D) only II, III, and IV

Question

Use the following figures to answer the question below.

Based on the data in the figures, which of the following statements are correct?
I. Area 1 would be considered a desert because of its high average temperature.
II. Area 1 has more average precipitation than Area 2.
III.Area 2 would be considered a desert because of its low average precipitation.
IV.Area 2 has a larger annual temperature variation.
A) only I and III 
B) only II and IV 
C) only I, II, and IV 
D) only II, III, and IV

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

I. Area 1 cannot be considered a desert as it has an average precipitation of 40 inches per year.
II. This statement is false. Area 2 has more average precipitation than Area 1 (50 inches vs 40 inches).
III. Area 2 can be considered a desert as it has an average precipitation of 50 inches per year.
IV. This statement is true. Area 2 has a larger annual temperature variation (70°F vs 50°F).

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