Question

KEY GEOGRAPHIC CONCEPTS AND SKILLS

The Andes have had all of the following effects on the people who live in the area except.
a. Different crops are grown at different elevations.
b. Trade and interaction with other groups are often limited.
c. Mining is the main economic activity because of the rich mineral resources.
d. Some native Indians have developed unusual physical characteristics that make it easier for them to
live at high altitudes.
Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Answer 1

The Andes have had all of the given effects on the people except some native Indians have developed unusual physical characteristics that make it easier for them to live at high altitudes.

Option: D

Step-by-step explanation:

Andes mountain a renowned fold mountain of South American continent. It is characterized by higher elevation and various relief features. Agriculture, mining both is prevalent in the surroundings of Andes mountain. Due to higher elevation terrace farming is followed. It is also rich source of minerals. The people who live there have adopted some physical features to sustain their lives over there. Andes is well connected with other neighboring states and urban area. Main indigenous people who live there are Inuits, Yupik and Aleuts.