Which statement explains why few rivers exist in the island regions?

A There are few mountains in the region.

B There isn't enough rain or snowfall for rivers to flow.

C The oceans provide enough water for the region.

D The area is mainly small islands and archipelagos.

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14 December, 12:17

Which statement explains why few rivers exist in the island regions?

A There are few mountains in the region.

B There isn't enough rain or snowfall for rivers to flow.

C The oceans provide enough water for the region.

D The area is mainly small islands and archipelagos.

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Asia Collier · Answer 1

The answer is b. There are rivers but not many because of the lack of the precipitation for the land area, it all just flows off into the oceans, forming no lakes.

Which statement explains why few rivers exist in the island regions?A There are few mountains in the region.B There isn't enough rain or snowfall for rivers to flow.C The oceans provide enough water for the region.D The area is mainly small islands and archipelagos.

Which statement explains why few rivers exist in the island regions?

A There are few mountains in the region.

B There isn't enough rain or snowfall for rivers to flow.

C The oceans provide enough water for the region.

D The area is mainly small islands and archipelagos.