Which of the following statements is about a place's climate?
A. If you plan to visit Seattle, Washington between November and January, be sure to bring an umbrella.
B. Tomorrow's high for Boise is 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
C. A low pressure system is moving into the valley.
D. A warm front will bring a light drizzle to McCall followed by warm temperatures and sunny skies.
Answer (2)
The first statement about planning to visit Seattle and needing an umbrella is the only one that relates to the place's climate, hinting at its rainy winters. The other statements focus on specific weather conditions. Therefore, they are not about climate in the longer-term sense. ;
The statement that relates to a place's climate is the first one about Seattle, suggesting its rainy winters. The other statements focus on immediate weather forecasts. Understanding the difference between weather and climate is key to identifying such statements.
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