Washington State is one of the northernmost states in the continental U. S., but still has relatively mild winters. This is because it -- D.-receives more solar energy A.-has mountain ranges B.-is located near the ocean C.-is a heavily populated state

B.-is located near the ocean

Explanation:

Washington State is the northwest state in the continent of United State. Officially, this state is known as the State of Washington, named after the the 1st president of the United States,  George Washington. It is one of the most socially liberal state of the USA.

The climate of the Washington state is much diverse due to the influence of the marine air and the mountain ranges in the state. The climate varies from east to west. It has mild winters as it is located near the Pacific ocean.                  

pretty sure it's false