If you live in an area that was flooded by the 100-year flood last year, you can conclude that
A) the next 100-year flood will occur in exactly 100 years.
B) there is a 1% chance you could be flooded by the 100-year flood again this year.
C) you do not have to worry about another flood of that size during your lifetime.
D) the next 100-year flood will occur in exactly 99 years.
B
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A) both form in the trade-wind belt. B) both have conspicuous surface fronts. C) both are most common and well-developed in the winter season. D) both circulate around low pressure.