Understanding Snowfall Variations and Climate Patterns

What unusual weather pattern was observed in Mammoth Mountain, California, this year?

• Record low temperatures

• More than 200 inches of snow

• Heavy rainfall

• Less than 10 inches of snow

Which two climatic phenomena are identified as the main causes of the unusual weather patterns?

• The Jet Stream and Global Cooling

• The Greenhouse Effect and El Niño

• La Niña and the Arctic Oscillation

• El Niño and Global Warming

How does the Arctic Oscillation affect the distribution of cold air?

• It has no effect on cold air distribution

• It disperses cold air evenly across the globe

• It keeps cold air near the North Pole

• It pushes cold air southward

What has been the impact of the Arctic Oscillation on Alaska?

• Increased rainfall

• Drought conditions

• Mild temperatures

• Heavy snowfall

What advice is given to those affected by the lack of snow in the lower 48 states?

• Sell your winter gear

• Move to a colder region

• Be patient and wait for more snow

• Switch to summer sports