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Question 8 • *KCPS Biology (2027)

Which describes an effect that ocean currents have on short-term climate change?

Answer
A
Ocean currents increase the strength of prevailing winds, which can cool the air and land.
B
Ocean currents carry cold water, which may not affect hurricane activity and lower the temperature of the air and land.
C
Ocean currents can carry cold water, which can cool the air and land.
D
Ocean currents increase hurricane activity, which can raise the temperature of the air and land.

Explanation

Ocean currents move water from one region to another, and cold currents can cool the air above them. That cooler air can also lower temperatures on nearby land. Choice B describes this effect; the other choices add unsupported claims about winds or hurricane activity.

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