On the accompanying map, draw an arrow through each point, A-E, that represents

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On the accompanying map, draw an arrow through each point, A-E, that represents the wind direction at that location. Remember that wind blows across the isobars from higher to lower pressure with a deflection to the right of its path. Also remember what direction the air rotates around a pressure system.

Consult the map above and answer the following question:

Which of the cities from the map above is most likely to have the SLOWEST or calmest winds?

A. City A.

B. City B.

C. City D.

D. It is impossible to tell from this map.

E. City C.

Explanation / Answer

City D is likely to have the slowest or calmest winds as it has the highest elevation among all other points. And winds blows from a place of higher pressure to a place of lower pressure.

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