Which statement about the Kuroshio is correct?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. It is a warm current that flows north along Taiwan's east coast
- Step 1: It begins near the Philippines. Step 2. It carries warm water towards Japan. Answer: It is a warm current that flows north along Taiwan's east coast. Why not the others: The other statements get the temperature or the direction wrong.
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