Which of the following best explains why coastal regions generally have more moderate air temperatures than inland regions of the same latitude? a. the ocean has a moderating effect on the area. b. most of the sunlight that reaches the ocean's surface is reflected. c. coastal regions have a lower altitude. d. heat energy is transferred from inland areas to coastal areas during the summer and from coastal areas to inland areas during the winter.

A. The ocean has a moderating effect on the area.

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A.  The ocean has a moderating effect on the area.

Explanation:

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Due to the fact that the water has a high specific heat capacity, no appreciable change is given in its temperature. In such a way, the ocean is considered as the world's largest water bath (71% of the total earth) and keeps coastal temperatures from high variations in the air temperature.

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