Judge the Following Sentence: the Observation That Temperatures Have Risen

question 14

Multiple Choice

Judge the following sentence: The observation that temperatures have risen faster on the continents than in the oceans is incorrect BECAUSE the observation is an artifact of there being more weather stations on land than in the oceans.

• A) The assertion and reason are both correct.
• B) The assertion is correct and the reason is incorrect.
• C) The assertion is incorrect and the reason is correct.
• D) Both the assertion and the reason are incorrect.

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Definitions:

Rural Areas

Regions characterized by low population density, agricultural or natural landscapes, and often a lack of large-scale infrastructure.

Noise Pollution

Unwanted or harmful outdoor sound that is produced by industrial or human activities, affecting the health and well-being of humans and wildlife.

Urban Dwellers

Individuals who live in densely populated areas known as cities or towns, often experiencing a lifestyle that contrasts with rural living.

Zoning

The process of dividing land in a municipality into zones in which certain land uses are permitted or prohibited.