Question 8

(Multiple Choice)

Buffalo, New York, experiences a "lake effect" when wind blowing across the warm water accumulates water vapor that condenses when reaching cooler land. Boston's climate is moderated by the warmer ocean water that lies to the east. Assuming similar winter temperatures, how much snowfall accumulation would be expected in Boston compared to Buffalo?


A) less snow in Boston
B) more snow in Boston
C) about the same in both cities
D) It is impossible to predict.

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