During an El Niño event, in the Eastern Equatorial Pacific, ________.
A) east-to-west winds are stronger than normal
B) sea surface temperatures are higher than normal
C) nutrient concentrations are higher than normal
D) productivity is higher than normal
E) None of these is correct

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

El Niño events are characterized by anomalous warming of sea surface temperatures in the Eastern Equatorial Pacific, so choice B is correct. Choices A, C, and D are incorrect because El Niño events usually weaken the trade winds, reducing upwelling and decreasing nutrient availability and productivity.

During an El Niño Event, in the Eastern Equatorial Pacific