WAEC Geography 2000 Question 39

Question 39

Climate

Which of the following climatic types is found on the western margins of continents between altitudes 30° and 40° North and South of the Equator?

  1. A.Monsoon
  2. B.Mediterranean
  3. C.Sudan Savanna
  4. D.China type
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Mediterranean)

Explanation

The Mediterranean climate occurs on the west sides of continents between about 30° and 40° latitude.