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In the Philippines, the El Niño phenomenon is typically associated with:
- Increased typhoon rainfall
- Below-normal rainfall and drought
- Earthquakes
- Volcanic eruptions
Answer
B. Below-normal rainfall and drought
Solution
La Niña is associated with above-normal rainfall.
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