Why does occlusion occur in a middle-latitude cyclone?

A. Warm fronts travel more quickly than cold fronts.
B. Warm fronts and cold fronts travel at the same speed.
C. Cold fronts travel more quickly than warm fronts.
D. Cold air rises up and over warm air.


Answer: C

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