Which of the following is true regarding locations at high elevations?
A) Higher elevations experience higher temperatures during the day because they are closer to the Sun.
B) Higher elevations experience lower average temperatures during both day and night.
C) The density of air increases with increasing elevation.
D) Temperatures at night, and in the shadows, are greater at higher elevations.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As elevation increases, the air pressure and density decrease, which results in lower temperatures. This is due to the fact that the air at higher elevations is less able to absorb and store heat, causing temperatures to drop. Therefore, option B is the correct answer, while the other options are incorrect.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Locations at High