At which of the following altitudes is the base of an altostratus or altocumulus cloud generally found at middle latitudes?

A. between 60 and 2,000 m
B. between 2,000 and 7,000 m
C. between 7,000 and 13,000 m
D. above 13,000 m


Answer: B

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