Question

Which reason best explains why certain areas of Southwest Asia have low population density A the moist climate reduces production by causing water shortages B the semi-arid climate makes farming difficult because it produced very little rainfall C the moist climate limits job opportunities because they reduces oil production D semi or raid climate produces heavy rainfall that contributes to devasting floods

Answer 1

The reason that best explains why certain areas of Southwest Asia have low population density is:

**B. The semi-arid climate makes farming difficult because it produces very little rainfall.**

This explanation highlights how the limited rainfall in semi-arid regions affects agricultural productivity and, consequently, supports lower population densities in those areas.