7) What is the best explanation for the two statements below?

"Some mountains located near the Earth's Equator have snow-covered peaks.

Icecaps exist at the Earth's poles.

A) Both mountain and Polar Regions have arid climates.

B) An increase in snowfall and an increase in temperature have a similar effect on

climate.

C) Mountain and Polar Regions receive more energy from the Sun than other

regions do.

D) D) High elevation and high latitude have a similar effect on climate.