Deserts such as Sahara are generally found between 20° and 30° latit – McqOptions

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1.	Deserts such as Sahara are generally found between 20° and 30° latitudes in western parts of the continents. This is because these regions:
A.	are very hot throughout the year
B.	have offshore winds throughout the year
C.	have warm offshore currents
D.	lie in the belt of the doldrums
Answer» C. have warm offshore currents

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