Some large lakes in temperate latitudes have a moderating influence upon the climate of adjacent land surfaces. Such an influence may develop when ________

A. The water is shallow

B. The lake is high above sea level

C. Prevailing out-blowing winds cross the lake in winter

D. The lake is a basin of inland drainage

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Some large lakes in temperate latitudes have a moderating influence upon the climate of adjacent land surfaces. Such an influence may develop when prevailing out-blowing winds cross the lake in winter.