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True or False:

The prevailing westerlies contribute to the marine west coast climate from southern Alaska to northern California.
True
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Answer:True

Explanation:Prevailing westerly winds off the temperate waters of the Pacific have a strong moderating influence along the coast in both summer and winter. The relatively warm waters of the North Pacific are the source of moisture for winter precipitation.

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