What is the Köppen climate classification system used for?

Köppen Climate Classification and Global Climate Types

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1.
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To categorize different types of ecosystems
To predict weather patterns
To measure the temperature of different regions
To classify global climate types
2.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of Type A climates?
Dramatic temperature changes across seasons
Dry and arid conditions
High precipitation and warm temperatures
Cold temperatures throughout the year
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Where are Type A climates primarily located?
Between latitudes 50°N and 50°S
Between latitudes 25°N and 75°S
Between latitudes 15°N and 15°S
Above 60°N and 60°S
4.
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What is a defining feature of Type B climates?
Hot and sunny with little rainfall
Mild temperatures with seasonal changes
Cold temperatures year-round
High humidity and rainfall
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which region is an example of a Type B climate?
Beijing
Antarctica
Gobi Desert
Amazon Rainforest
6.
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What is common between Type C and D climates?
They both have consistently warm temperatures
They are both found near the equator
They both have high precipitation levels
They both experience dramatic seasonal temperature changes
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which city is an example of a continental climate?
Rio de Janeiro
Sydney
Beijing
Hong Kong
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is a characteristic of Type E climates?
Cold temperatures throughout the year
High precipitation levels
Warm temperatures year-round
Dramatic seasonal changes
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Where are Type E climates primarily found?
Between latitudes 15°N and 15°S
Between latitudes 25°N and 75°S
Between latitudes 50°N and 50°S
Above 60°N and 60°S
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