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The index used to classify global climates based on mean monthly and annual values of temperature and precipitation, utilizing vegetation as an indicator, was developed by:
A. W. M. Davis
B. Wladimir Köppen✓ Correct Answer
C. C. W. Thornthwaite
D. Alfred Wegener
💡 Solution & Explanation
Wladimir Köppen formulated the widely used Köppen climate classification system based on annual and monthly temperature and precipitation thresholds linked to natural vegetation distribution. W.M. Davis is instead famous for his geographical cycle of erosion model in geomorphology.
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