Climate models predict that if average global temperatures rise, both global precipitation and drought will ____.
A) increase
B) decrease
C) remain the same
D) vary from year to year

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Warmer temperatures lead to increased evaporation rates, which in turn increase global precipitation. However, warmer temperatures can also lead to more frequent and severe droughts in certain regions due to changes in weather patterns and decreased soil moisture. Overall, the trend is towards greater variability in precipitation patterns.

Climate Models Predict That If Average Global Temperatures Rise, Both