The British Isles experience warmer weather than other areas of the same latitude because of

A. the vast forests that shelter the islands from winds.
B. mountain ranges protecting the islands.
C. industry causing a localized greenhouse effect.
D. the warm, moist Gulf Stream.


Answer: D

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