Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Consider the following statements with respect to changes in precipitation patterns predicted by IPCC:

1. Increased precipitation is predicted in the polar and subpolar regions.
2. Decreased precipitation is projected for the middle latitudes of both hemispheres.
3. Precipitation near the Equator is predicted to increase.

Which of the above statements is/are correct

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1 only
• C. 1,2 and 3 only
• D. 2 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1,2 and 3 only

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Precipitation Patterns:
Increased precipitation is predicted in the polar and subpolar regions.
Decreased precipitation is projected for the middle latitudes of both hemispheres.
Precipitation near the Equator is predicted to increase.
Changes in precipitation patterns are expected to increase the chances of both drought and flood conditions in many areas.