WAEC Geography 2011 Question 22

Question 22

Climate

Aw in Koppen's classification of climate refers to

  1. A.Steppe.
  2. B.Tropical.
  3. C.Mediterranean.
  4. D.Polar
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Tropical.)

Explanation

In Köppen's scheme A is a tropical climate (coolest month above 18°C) and w means a dry winter season: tropical wet-and-dry (savanna).