Which of the following factors dictate the gradation of the montane vegetation along the slopes?

Increase in altitude

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Precipitation

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Decrease in temperature

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Wind speeds

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Solution

The correct options are
A Increase in altitude
C Decrease in temperature
The characteristics of montane forests change as the altitude increases. With the increase in altitude, there is a decrease in temperature. This decrease in temperature dictates the gradation of the vegetation along the slopes.

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