According to Figure 5-4,the vast majority of Russia's population lives __________.

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According to Figure 5-4, the majority of Russia's population lives on the western side of the Ural Mountains. This includes the cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg, which have large populations. The southern rim has some population concentration, but it's not as densely populated as the western part. The Arctic Ocean coastline and river valleys east of the Ural Mountains have much lower population concentrations. The Sea of Okhotsk is located far east and has minimal population. Therefore, the best choice is B - west of the Ural Mountains.

According to Figure 5-4,the Vast Majority of Russia's Population Lives