Question

Which factors affect the temperature of a region? Check all that apply.

altitude
distance from large bodies of water
precipitation
latitude
wind
ocean currents

Answer 1

Select: altitude, distance from large bodies of water, latitude, wind, ocean currents.

Why:
- Latitude — controls solar angle and day length, primary control of average temperature.
- Altitude — temperature generally falls with increasing elevation.
- Distance from large bodies of water — oceans moderate temperatures (maritime vs continental climates).
- Wind — transports air masses, bringing warmer or cooler temperatures.
- Ocean currents — move warm or cold water, affecting nearby coastal temperatures.

Precipitation is not usually listed as a primary factor controlling temperature (it’s more an aspect/result of climate). It can influence temperature indirectly via clouds and humidity, but it’s not a main temperature-control factor like the others.