Which letter code indicates mid-latitude desert climate in Köppen climate classification?

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1. The Köppen climate classification uses letter codes to categorize climates based on temperature and precipitation.

2. The code **BWk** stands for mid-latitude desert climate:
   - **B** indicates dry (arid) climates.
   - **W** indicates desert conditions (very low precipitation).
   - **k** indicates cold or mid-latitude desert, characterized by hot summers and cold winters.

3. Other options represent different climate types:
   - **Dw**: Continental climate with dry winters.
   - **Cfa**: Humid subtropical climate with hot summers.
   - **EF**: Ice cap climate.

4. Therefore, the correct code for mid-latitude desert climate is **BWk**.

**Answer:** BWk

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