If Average Temperatures from South Dakota Were Compared to Temperatures

question 24

Multiple Choice

If average temperatures from South Dakota were compared to temperatures from Oregon it would show that Oregon has warmer winters and cooler summers than South Dakota does. Account for why this could be when they are at similar latitudes?

• A) South Dakota has less trees.
• B) The Pacific ocean makes Oregon temperatures more moderate.
• C) Oregon receives more rainfall.
• D) South Dakota has fewer lakes and rivers.
• E) South Dakota has more prevailing winds from the west.

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