Question

which is a possible outcome of global warming?

a. animals will move to drier areas.

b. sea levels will rise, causing floods.

c. hurricanes will be less common.

d. disease will not spread as quickly.

Explanation:

Global warming causes polar ice caps and glaciers to melt, increasing the volume of water in the oceans. This leads to a rise in sea levels, and higher sea levels can result in coastal flooding. Option A is incorrect as animals are more likely to move to cooler or more habitable areas, not necessarily drier ones. Option C is wrong because global warming can lead to more intense and potentially more frequent hurricanes due to warmer ocean temperatures providing more energy. Option D is incorrect as warmer temperatures can facilitate the spread of diseases (e.g., by expanding the range of disease - carrying vectors like mosquitoes).

Answer:

B. Sea levels will rise, causing floods.