Question

during el nino, changes in southern oscillation cause which of the following to occur in the western side of the pacific ocean near asia?
a scientists do not know.
b the amount of rain increases which causes floods.
c the amount of rain stays the same.
d the amount of rain decreases which causes a drought.

Explanation:

During El Niño, the Southern Oscillation shifts, affecting rainfall patterns. In the western Pacific near Asia, typically, the amount of rain decreases, leading to drought conditions. Option A is incorrect as scientists understand El Niño impacts. Option B describes eastern Pacific effects (floods), and Option C is wrong as rainfall changes. So D is correct.

Answer:

D. The amount of rain decreases which causes a drought.