Which country do the following statements describe? one of the world's leading oil-producing areas is located in the northwest, the political leadership is a strongman type who has swept away democratic institutions, and despite money from oil most people have seen little financial benefit.

Humid continental climate is found in the interior of continents between the 30 and 60 degrees latitude, but usually above the 40 degree line.   40 degrees north of the equator means less direct sunlight and therefore less warmth.   this climate is mainly found in the northern hemisphere since there are no major landmasses in the southern hemisphere.  if you live in northern indiana, you know all about humid continental because that is the climate type you have!

Sequoia national park  /  inyo national forest, california, u.s. mount whitney is the tallest mountain in california, as well as the highest summit in the contiguous united states and thesierra nevada—with an elevation of 14,505 feet (4,421 m).