Temperate deciduous forests are characterized by . a) hot temperatures and dry conditions (low precipitation) b) moderate temperatures and moderate amounts of precipitation c) cold temperatures and wet condition (high precipitation) d) cold temperatures and low amounts of precipitation

b) moderate temperatures and moderate amounts of precipitation

Explanation:

Temperate deciduous forest is characterized by moderate temperature and moderate amounts of precipitation. Temperate deciduous forest has four different seasons fall, summer, spring, and winter. The summer season is the longest therefore it has a moderate temperature.

In a year 30-60 inches precipitation occurs in temperate deciduous forest. Therefore moderate precipitation occurs in this forest. Precipitation occurs all over the year. The soil is highly fertile in this forest. They are found in Europe, China, the united states and Canada. So the correct answer is b.

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