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    Why Do Westerly Winds Prevail at Upper Altitudes
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Why Do Westerly Winds Prevail at Upper Altitudes

Question 93

Question 93

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Why do westerly winds prevail at upper altitudes?


A) equator to pole temperature contrast
B) rotation of the earth and equator to pole temperature contrast
C) lower air density
D) rotation of the earth
E) absence of friction

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