Use the map of agriculture in China to answer the question.

Question

Why is agricultural production in China distributed in this way?

A.

Much of western China is covered by dense rain forests.

B.

Much of western China is mountainous and has a desert climate.

C.

The Huang He frequently floods, destroying farmland in western China.

D.

The Gobi Desert covers western China, making it incapable of supporting farms.

Answer 1

B. Much of western China is mountainous and has a desert climate.

This option accurately reflects the geographical and climatic conditions of western China, which limit agricultural production in that region. The mountainous terrain and desert climate hinder farming practices, leading to a concentration of agricultural activities in more favorable areas, primarily in the eastern part of the country.