An $\text { El Niño }$ usually results in
A) more rainfall for South America.
B) warmer water in the western Pacific.
C) less rainfall for Australia.
D) all of the above.
E) none of the above.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

During an El Niño event, the trade winds weaken, causing warmer ocean water to shift from the western Pacific to the eastern Pacific. This results in increased rainfall and flooding in South America, while Australia and parts of Asia experience drought and less rainfall. Therefore, choices A, B, and C are all correct.

An El Nin˜o \text { El Niño } El Nin˜o Usually Results in A) More Rainfall for South America

An $\text { El Niño }$ Usually Results in
A) More Rainfall for South America