Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE Regarding Potential Results

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding potential results of climate change in North America?

• A)the Great Plains and Texas will receive more precipitation
• B)urban areas will become cooler than surrounding rural areas
• C)sea level rise is not anticipated for North American coastlines
• D)high latitude (polar)and alpine environments will likely experience the most dramatic change
• E)the Great Lakes region will face drought on a more frequent basis

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Price Effect

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