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| Q. |
What is the primary reason why high humidity can exacerbate the effects of high temperatures? |
| A. | Humid air is denser, making it feel hotter |
| B. | Humidity increases the amount of heat radiated from the sun |
| C. | High humidity levels trap heat close to the ground |
| D. | It inhibits the body's ability to cool itself through sweating |
| Answer» D. It inhibits the body's ability to cool itself through sweating | |
| Explanation: High humidity hinders the evaporation of sweat, which is the body's primary mechanism for cooling down. | |
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