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Which factors most influence global precipitation?

a. variations in air pressure and strong ocean currents
b. unequal heating of air above mountain slopes and valleys
c. unequal heating of land and water
d. variations in air pressure and global winds

User GregD
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D variations in air pressure and global winds 
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Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The variation in the air pressure and global winds are the factors which influence the global winds.

Wind flows from the higher region to the lower region. This does not takes place in a straight line because the earth is rotating.

The variation in air pressure and global winds influences the precipitation globally. The pressure difference affects the precipitation rate globally.

hence, the correct answer is option D

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