Which of the following best explains why pitched roofs are more common in the
arctic than in the tropics?
(1 point)
• religious customs
• geographic differences
• availability of building materials
• aesthetic differences
• proximity to the coastline
The most likely answer is "geographic differences." Pitched roofs, or roofs with a steep slope, are beneficial in the arctic because they allow snowfall to easily slide off the roof, preventing excess weight and potential collapse. In the tropics, however, where snowfall is not a concern, roofs with a flatter design are more common. Therefore, the geographic differences between the arctic and tropics would explain why pitched roofs are more common in the arctic.
