Which one of the following climatic types is found in Central Spain?

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Q: (CDS-I/2020)

Which one of the following climatic types is found in Central Spain?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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{'climatic types': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'mediterranean': [3, 0, 2, 7], 'humid continental': [0, 0, 0, 2], 'subtropical steppe': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'warm summer': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'subarctic': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'hot summer': [1, 0, 0, 2]}

Option 1, Subarctic, is incorrect because this climate is found in the high latitudes of North America, Europe, and Asia. It is characterized by very cold, long winters and short, cool summers. Central Spain does not experience these climatic conditions.

Option 2, Mediterranean dry hot summer, is correct. This climate is typical of central Spain, specifically the region known as the Meseta Central. Summers are typically hot and dry, while winters are mild and rainy, characteristic features of a Mediterranean climate.

Option 3, Subtropical Steppe, is incorrect. This climate is generally found in the interior parts of continents and is marked by low annual rainfall, hot summers, and cool winters. This does not describe the climatic conditions of Central Spain.

Option 4, Humid continental warm summer, is incorrect. This climate type is characterized by warm to hot summers and cold winters, which generally occurs in areas in the north-central and northeastern parts of continents. It isn`t typically found in central Spain.

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