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danielfitts88

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Because of the wet and warm climates of South and East Asia, soils are highly fertile and are able to support a variety agricultural activities.
 a. True
  b. False
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the four dominant language families for the Russian region?
 a. Slavic
  b. Caucasian
  c. Turkic
  d. Ket
  e. Altaic



debra928

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Answer to Question 1

False
RATIONALE: The wet and warm climates associated with the monsoons might be expected to offer excellent opportunities for agriculture. However, the high temperatures and heavy rains promote rapid leaching of mineral nutrients and decomposition of organic matter, so many soils are infertile.

Answer to Question 2

D



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