Tundra is often present in relatively warm regions of South America and Asia. What factor or factors are chiefly responsible for the presence of tundra in these regions?
a. proximity to the equator
b. elevation and altitude
c. local weather patterns
d. proximity to the poles
e. None of the listed responses are correct.
Answer: b. elevation and altitude
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