Deserts typically form at ____ latitude where ____.

A. 30 degrees; cool dry air descends
B. 60 degrees; warm dry air descends
C. 0 degrees; there is intense sunlight
D. 60 degrees; warm dry air ascends
E. 75 degrees; rising air picks up moisture


Answer: A

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