Asked by jay

Compared with Eastern Europe, Western Europe has a temperate climate. This difference can be explained by __________.
A.
the existence of fjords in Eastern Europe
B.
the North Atlantic Drift
C.
the large number of lakes in Western Europe
D.
the sirocco winds

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
B. the North Atlantic Drift

The North Atlantic Drift (an extension of the Gulf Stream) carries warm water and air to Western Europe, moderating temperatures and producing a milder, more temperate climate than the more continental, variable climate of Eastern Europe.