Compared to coastal regions, the interior of a continent usually has _____ precipitation and ______ variation in climate.

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The interior of a continent usually has less precipitation because it is farther from the ocean and therefore does not receive moisture from the sea. It also tends to have more variation in climate due to its distance from moderating ocean influences. Coastal regions, on the other hand, tend to receive more precipitation due to their proximity to the ocean and have less variation in climate due to the moderating effects of the sea.

Compared to Coastal Regions, the Interior of a Continent Usually