Which of the following air conditions generally occur when low-pressure areas are developing?

A. diverging air near the surface and diverging air aloft
B. converging air near the surface and converging air aloft
C. converging air near the surface and diverging air aloft
D. diverging air near the surface and converging air aloft


Answer: C

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