1.
Which of the following currents is a cold ocean current?
A
Gulf Stream
B
Agulhas Current
C
Labrador Current
D
Alaska Current
Answer and explanation
Correct Answer: C — Labrador Current
The Labrador Current is a cold current in the North Atlantic Ocean. The Gulf Stream is a warm current in the western North Atlantic. The Agulhas Current is a warm current generated by the Mozambique and East Madagascar Currents. The Alaska Current is a warm-water current along the west coast of North America.