Question

which factors affect the temperature of a region? check all that apply.
□ altitude
□ distance from large bodies of water
□ precipitation
□ latitude
□ wind
□ ocean currents

Explanation:

• Altitude: Higher altitude generally means lower temperature (e.g., mountains are cooler).
• Distance from large bodies of water: Water moderates temperature, so areas near water have milder temps, far areas more extreme.
• Latitude: Determines solar energy received; higher latitudes (closer to poles) are colder, lower (near equator) warmer.
• Ocean currents: Warm currents (e.g., Gulf Stream) warm regions, cold currents cool them.
• Wind: Can transport warm or cold air, affecting local temp.
• Precipitation is a result of temperature and other factors, not a direct temperature - affecting factor.

Answer:

A. altitude, B. distance from large bodies of water, D. latitude, E. wind, F. ocean currents