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Q. Extensive deserts occur in the western tropical regions of continents because

A
Of the effect of both the offshore easterly
B
Of easterly trade winds
C
Cold ocean currents flow along the western coasts
D
The rate of evaportation is greater along the

Correct Answer

Of the effect of both the offshore easterly

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