Which of the following is true of anticyclones?

A) Their widespread sinking motions causes the air to cool.
B) Their widespread rising motions causes the air to cool.
C) Their widespread sinking motions causes the air to warm.
D) Their widespread rising motions causes the air to warm.


Answer: C

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