Temperatures become more variable and precipitation decreases as one travels from west to east from Europe into Asia.This is best explained by
A)prevailing westerlies and the orientation of mountain chains.
B)the moist eastern side of the subtropical high.
C)the moist western side of the subtropical high.
D)monsoonal winds bringing relatively warm moist winds in the winter.

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Prevailing westerlies and the orientation of mountain chains affect the temperature and precipitation patterns as one travels from west to east from Europe into Asia. The westerlies bring moisture and moderate temperatures to Europe, while the mountains in central and eastern Asia block moisture and create a rain shadow effect, resulting in decreased precipitation on the eastern side. This contributes to the increased variability in temperatures and reduced precipitation seen in eastern Asia.

Temperatures Become More Variable and Precipitation Decreases as One Travels