This figure shows locations where cases of Dengue fever are increasing.Dengue fever is caused by a virus transmitted by Aedes genus mosquitoes.Warmer temperatures and increased precipitation both influence populations of Aedes mosquitoes.Which of the following statements represents the best prediction for future outbreaks of Dengue fever?
A) Aedes mosquitoes and Dengue fever will become extinct as both temperature and precipitation decrease in tropical regions.
B) Dengue fever outbreaks will remain restricted to a few locations because mosquitoes are unable to expand their range.
C) Humans will become immune to Dengue fever as more individuals are exposed to the virus.
D) Climate change will lead to Dengue fever outbreaks in once-temperate areas north and south of the sites of current outbreaks.
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