Which of the following statements best describes the effect of climate on biome distribution?

Analyze the options provided: Evaluate each statement to determine its accuracy based on the relationship between climate and biome distribution.

Eliminate incorrect statements: For example, the statement 'Climate has no effect on biome distribution; it is determined solely by latitude' is incorrect because latitude influences climate, but climate itself directly impacts biome distribution. Similarly, 'Biomes are distributed randomly across the Earth, regardless of climate' is incorrect because biome distribution is not random but closely tied to climate patterns. Lastly, 'Only soil type, not climate, influences the distribution of terrestrial biomes' is incorrect because soil type is a factor, but climate is the dominant determinant.