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ashley

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Which of these is a consequence of a strong pressure gradient force, especially in the mid-latitudes, and is strongest in the winter season?
 
  A) polar-front jet stream
  B) subtropical jet stream
  C) low-level jet stream
  D) none of the above

Question 2

Wind speeds generally increase with height between the surface and the tropopause mostly because of:
 
  A) increasing friction.
  B) decreasing friction.
  C) the pressure gradient force is stronger at high altitudes.
  D) the pressure gradient force is stronger at low altitudes.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 14, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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Reply 2 on: Jul 14, 2018
:D TYSM

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