Question

post test: exploring geography
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select the correct answer
the jones family lives on the western side of the sierra nevada mountains, and they experience a wet climate much of the year. the greer family lives on the eastern side of the mountain range. what type of climate do the greers most likely experience?
a. weather patterns that are identical to the jones family’s side
b. a colder and wetter climate
c. a dry climate with little rainfall
d. freezing temperatures all year

Explanation:

The Sierra Nevada Mountains create a rain shadow effect. The western side (where the Jones family lives) gets moist air and precipitation, while the eastern side (Greers' location) receives dry air after the mountains block and drain the moisture. So the Greers likely have a dry climate with little rainfall. Option A is wrong as sides have different climates. Option B is wrong because the eastern side is dry, not wetter. Option D is wrong as freezing all year isn't typical for the Sierra Nevada's eastern side.

Answer:

C. a dry climate with little rainfall