Tornadoes can and do hit big cities. However, they are hit less often than other areas because big cities are less common in the central part of the United States and ________.
A. the heat island effect limits tornado development
B. unusually good luck
C. cities are often built in areas sheltered from tornadoes by geography
D. cities are relatively small targets relative to the rest of the region
E. the electromagnetic energy they emit creates a partially effective tornado shield
Answer: D
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