Pennsylvania Cities

Which statement correctly explains Philadelphia and Pittsburgh?

• Physiographic provinces are political districts created by the state legislature.
• Lake Erie has no effect on northwestern Pennsylvania’s weather.
• The Appalachian system lies entirely outside Pennsylvania.
• Philadelphia and Pittsburgh function as major centers at opposite ends of the state.

What is the clearest description of Lehigh Valley?

• Elevation has no meaningful connection to Pennsylvania climate patterns.
• Lake Erie has no effect on northwestern Pennsylvania’s weather.
• The Lehigh Valley forms a significant urban and economic corridor between larger metropolitan regions.
• All Pennsylvania rivers drain through the same watershed.