2016 · Q8
Which of the following statements regarding Mediterranean and Monsoon climate is / are correct?
- 1Precipitation in Mediterranean climate is in winter while in Monsoon climate it is mostly in simmer
- 2The annual range of temperature in Mediterranean climate is higher than the Monsoon climate
- 3Rainy and dry seasons are found in both the climates
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeGeography
- A1 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: the Mediterranean climate gets most precipitation in winter from the westerlies, while the monsoon climate gets most rain in summer. Statement 3 is correct: both climates show a sharp contrast between a rainy season and a dry season. Statement 2 is treated as incorrect in the official answer key: the monsoon climate is held to have the higher annual range of temperature, so the claim that the Mediterranean range is higher fails. With statements 1 and 3 correct and 2 incorrect, the answer is option (C).