How Might Global Warming Affect the Precipitation

Question

How might global warming affect the precipitation?
A) Deserts will receive more rainfall.
B) Storms will increase in intensity.
C) Months of snowfall in higher latitudes will increase.
D) Rainfall near oceans will decrease.

Accepted Answer

With global warming, the atmosphere will be able to hold more water vapor, leading to an increase in the intensity of storms and heavy precipitation events.

Answer: D 
 As global temperatures rise, evaporation increases, leading to drying of the land and reduction in the amount of rainfall near oceans. This is especially true for coastal regions experiencing drought due to reduced water from rivers and groundwater basins.