Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of climate?

  1. An intense thunderstorm in Houston

  2. The average temperature in Chicago over the past 50 years

  3. A hot day in Boston in the fall

  4. A foggy day in San Francisco
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Climate is defined as the average weather conditions in a specific region over a long period, typically 30 years or more. A 50-year average temperature represents climate, while individual storms, hot days, or foggy days represent short-term weather events.

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