What would be the correct sequence of prevailing winds on a transect from the North Pole to the South Pole?

A. easterly, westerly, northeast, southeast, westerly, easterly
B. westerly, easterly, southeast, northeast, easterly, westerly
C. easterly, westerly, southeast, northeast, westerly, easterly
D. westerly, easterly, northeast, southeast, easterly, westerly


Answer: A

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