Middle latitude deserts (BWk)and steppes (BSk):
A)are usually located deep in the interior of a continent.
B)are more common in the Southern Hemisphere than in the Northern Hemisphere.
C)are dominated by the subtropical highs.
D)are due to ocean currents.

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Middle latitude deserts (BWk) and steppes (BSk) are usually located deep in the interior of a continent. They are far from the moderating influence of the oceans, which makes them prone to extreme temperature fluctuations and limited precipitation.

Answer: C
 Middle latitude deserts (BWk) and steppes (BSk) are dominated by the subtropical highs. These are high-pressure zones that are responsible for the dryness of these regions, as they inhibit the upward movement of air and the formation of clouds.

Options B and D are incorrect. Middle latitude deserts and steppes are found in both hemispheres, and ocean currents do not play a significant role in their formation.

Middle Latitude Deserts (BWk)and Steppes (BSk)