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While the sun was shining in Kathmandu, the mountaineers at Base Camp reported heavy snowfall and sub-zero temperatures. What can we infer?
AKathmandu is in a different country.
BWeather conditions vary greatly with altitude.
CThe mountaineers are lying.
DThe sun only shines in cities.
✓ Correct Answer: B — Weather conditions vary greatly with altitude.
In Nepal, geographic diversity means weather in the plains or valleys is often different from the high mountains.
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