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Rainfall in deserts ________.
 
  A) totals just as much as in humid areas
  B) is incapable of moving much material
  C) is usually associated with slow runoff
  D) is usually intense and of short duration
  E) lasts for many days when it does come

Question 2

One of the special characteristics of deserts is the ________.
 
  A) complete absence of precipitation
  B) lack of trees other than palms
  C) prevalence of soil creep
  D) frequent presence of basins of internal drainage
  E) complete absence of vegetation
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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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