Which of the following statements about deserts is true?
A)Although rainfalls are infrequent, erosional and deposition related to water is important in deserts
B)Deserts are located where there are ascending air masses and low atmospheric pressure
C)Deserts are defined by their sand content
D)Deserts are always located in hot, humid coastal areas

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Although rainfalls are infrequent in deserts, water-related erosional and deposition processes are still significant. Deserts are not defined by their sand content, nor are they always located in hot and humid coastal areas. They are typically found in regions with descending air masses and high atmospheric pressure.

Which of the Following Statements About Deserts Is True