THE CORRECT ANSWER IS (D). THIS QUESTION FOCUSES ON THE INFORMATIO...

38. The correct answer is (D). This question focuses on the information in the second

paragraph. The author first notes that vegetation patterns correspond generally with

climate (as determined primarily by latitude and altitude). Accordingly, altitude and

latitude affect vegetation patterns throughout the region. Then, in the final sentence

the author points out that, in spite of the general correspondence between climate and

vegetation, local patterns may not correspond so precisely with climate, due to a

number of local factors. Choice (D) accurately reflects the information in the second

paragraph.