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Question
Kochi has a lesser annual range of temperature than Agra.
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Solution
Kochi has a coastal location while Agra has a continental location. Due to the influence of the moist winds from the sea it experiences a moderate climatic condition throughout the year. Whereas Agra has extreme temperature conditions resulting in high annual range of temperature.
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