Of the average precipitation over the lower 48 states, what percentage evaporates and transpires on the average per day?
A) 29 percent
B) 51 percent
C) 71 percent
D) 49 percent

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On average, 71% of the precipitation over the lower 48 states evaporates or transpires back into the atmosphere. The remaining 29% runs off into streams and rivers, eventually flowing into the ocean.

Of the Average Precipitation Over the Lower 48 States, What