Benito is doing research on the effects of Florida's elevation on its climate. His notes include the following:1. The average elevation of Florida is 30 m above sea level. 2. The highest point in Florida is Britton Hill, which is 105 m above sea level.3. The change in temperature from 0 m to 1,000 m is 7 °C.
Answer
A
Florida typically experiences cold temperatures and temperature changes within a narrow range.
B
Florida typically experiences cold temperatures and temperature changes within a broad range.
C
Florida typically experiences warm temperatures and temperature changes within a narrow range.
D
Florida typically experiences warm temperatures and temperature changes within a broad range.
Explanation
Florida’s average elevation is only 30 m, and even its highest point is just 105 m above sea level, so elevation-related temperature differences across the state are small. At a rate of 7 °C per 1,000 m, a 105 m rise corresponds to a temperature decrease of about 0.7 °C. Its low elevation supports typically warm temperatures with changes in a narrow range, matching choice C.
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